How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Madison?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Madison start from $254. The average price for this route is around $265. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Madison?

The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Madison is 3d 2h, covering a distance of 1763 miles (2843 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Madison route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Madison?

The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Madison at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Madison?

A bus trip from San Francisco to Madison generates an estimated 71 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Madison?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Madison?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Madison?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Madison?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Francisco to Madison from $254 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Francisco to Madison on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd	2d 22h	9:55am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:40am	409 Townsend St, SF	2d 20h	9:55am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:30am	San Francisco Bus Station	3d 4h	1:05pm	North Lake St	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	409 Townsend St, SF	3d	9:55am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	San Francisco Bus Station	2d 21h	9:55am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	No tags

Get from San Francisco to Madison

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 days, 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3d 2hAverage Duration

1763 milesDistance

71kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Madison?

Stops in San Francisco

A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Visit page Map
B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812
Map
C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114
Map
D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105
Map
E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Map

Stops in Madison

A
UW Memorial Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA
Map
B
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
4 Collins Ct, Madison, WI 53716, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,515 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/512,127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Francisco, US to Madison, WI by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Madison start from $254. The average price for this route is around $265. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Madison?
The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Madison is 3d 2h, covering a distance of 1763 miles (2843 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Madison route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Madison at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Madison?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Madison generates an estimated 71 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Francisco to Madison?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Madison?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to Madison?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.