Bus from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Madison to Philadelphia on January 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Cherry Hill MallCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Amtrak
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
30th Street StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
North Lake St
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus
North Lake St
Cherry Hill MallNo tags

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Get from Madison to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
763 milesDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Philadelphia start from $130. The average price for this route is around $190. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Madison to Philadelphia?

    The average bus trip duration from Madison to Philadelphia is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 763 miles (1230 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Madison to Philadelphia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Philadelphia?

    The earliest bus departs from Madison to Philadelphia at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Philadelphia?

    A bus trip from Madison to Philadelphia generates an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Madison to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Philadelphia?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $182

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $182 to $857 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $182 which is on 2026-01-05.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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