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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Detroit Bus Station | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Cheapest | |||||
 | Detroit Bus Station | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Fastest | |||||
| Detroit Bus Station | North Lake St | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Detroit Bus Station | North Lake St | No tags | |||||
| Detroit Bus Station | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to MadisonAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madison. The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Detroit, MI to Madison, WI: Trip Overview
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Detroit to Madison Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Madison, WI
What is the travel distance from Detroit to Madison?
It's about 527 km (327 miles) from Detroit to Madison.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Detroit to Madison?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Detroit Bus Station, in Detroit, and end it at UW Memorial Union, in Madison.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Madison, WI was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of US$56To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$56 to US$71 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$56 which is on 2025-08-26.
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.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Detroit to Madison but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Detroit to Madison, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Detroit to Madison.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Detroit to Madison while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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