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Bus Raleigh to Madison: Trip Overview

Bus Raleigh to Madison: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$219
Average bus trip duration2d 10h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:10 AM
Distance756 miles (1219 km)
Latest bus departure10:10 PM

Raleigh to Madison Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:10AM - 10:10PM
Minimum Price$214
Average Ticket Price$219
Minimum Trip Duration1d19h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d10h
Distance756 miles (1219 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Raleigh - Madison

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Madison. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Raleigh to Madison takes about 2d 10h on average, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 1d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 763 miles (1230 km) that separate the two cities.

Raleigh and Madison are 763 miles (1230 km) apart.

On average, there are 3 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses from Raleigh to Madison can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Raleigh to Madison by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 2:10 AM for the initial departure and runs until 10:10 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Raleigh to Madison leave from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at UW Memorial Union. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. $214 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Madison from Raleigh.

The bus ticket costs $219 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $214 to $241, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Raleigh to Madison. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Raleigh and Madison!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Raleigh to Madison, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Raleigh to Madison will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Raleigh to Madison, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Madison?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time2d 10hAvg Price$219Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1d 21hAvg Price$315Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Raleigh and Madison is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $219 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $214. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Madison, choose the bus, as it will take you from Raleigh to Madison in about 1d 21h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Raleigh by bus?

Bus from Madison to Raleigh

You can also go to Madison by train

Train from Raleigh to Madison

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