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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | St. Cloud West | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | St. Cloud | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | St. Cloud West | No tags |
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Get from Madison to St. Cloud
The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $215, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to St. Cloud start from $215. The average price for this route is around $227. 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 St. Cloud?
The average bus travel time from Madison to St. Cloud is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 469 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Madison to St. Cloud route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to St. Cloud?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to St. Cloud at 10:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to St. Cloud?
A bus trip from Madison to St. Cloud generates an estimated 12 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 St. Cloud?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to St. Cloud?
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 St. Cloud?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to St. Cloud?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 St. Cloud was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $266To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to St. Cloud, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $266 to $266 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to St. Cloud based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $266 which is on 2026-01-24.
