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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | St. Paul & N5th | Cheapest | |||||
 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield) | Fastest | |||||
 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | MKE Airport - Trains | No tags | |||||
| North Lake St | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | No tags | |||||
 | Madison Stop - East Johnson-East Johnson Street corner of E. Johnson St and N. Pinckney | Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Milwaukee
The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Milwaukee?
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
Stops in Milwaukee
- B433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
- C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Milwaukee 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 Madison to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Milwaukee start from $30. The average price for this route is around $39. 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 Madison to Milwaukee?
The average bus travel time from Madison to Milwaukee is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 122 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 25m and is operated by Badger Bus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 46 buses available per day, including services from Badger Bus, Amtrak, FlixBus, Jefferson Lines, Megabus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Milwaukee at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Madison to Milwaukee generates an estimated 3.0358 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Madison to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Milwaukee?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Madison to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badger Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Milwaukee was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Milwaukee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $116 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-04-07.
Usually Amtrak 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.
