Next bus departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Madison on July 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	13h 15m	12:45pm	UW Madison	Cheapest
Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	12h 55m	12:25pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	16h 20m	6:20pm	UW Madison	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:50 PM CDT.

Get from St. Louis to Madison

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

13h 15mAverage Duration

310 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Madison?

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Stops in Madison

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,983 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,581 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Madison start from CHF 49. The average price for this route is around CHF 97. 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 St. Louis to Madison?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Madison is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 310 miles (499 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Madison route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Madison at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Madison?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Madison generates an estimated 12.463075 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 St. Louis to Madison?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12947 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Madison?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Madison?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/07

No data

07/08

CHF 94

Today

CHF 100

07/10

CHF 103

07/11

CHF 72

07/12

CHF 54

07/13

CHF 63

07/14

CHF 53

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Madison, WI was searched and found on Jul 14, 2026 with a price of CHF 53

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

You can expect to pay from CHF 53 to CHF 131 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 53 which is on 2026-07-14.

Usually Greyhound 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.