Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bloomington Transit Center | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Bloomington Transit Center | North Lake St | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Bloomington Transit Center | North Lake St | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Bloomington Transit Center | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | No tags |
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Get from Bloomington to Madison
The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bloomington and Madison?
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
Based on 11728 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $85
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IN 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 Bloomington to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Madison start from $85. The average price for this route is around $175. 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 Bloomington to Madison?
The average bus travel time from Bloomington to Madison is 12h 40m, covering a distance of 497 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Madison route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloomington to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Madison at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Madison?
A bus trip from Bloomington to Madison generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IN to Madison, WI was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $164To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloomington, IN to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $164 to $225 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IN to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2025-12-25.
