Bus Tickets from Milwaukee to Madison, WI

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: St. Paul & N5th
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: North Lake St
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: Madison Stop - East Johnson-East Johnson Street corner of E. Johnson St and N. Pinckney
    Operated by: Badger BusBadger Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Madison

Average PriceUS$21 - US$33Average Duration1h 45m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$39 - US$39Average Duration3h 6m
11kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Milwaukee to Madison

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madison. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

45bus per day
1h 45mAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Milwaukee to Madison: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$29
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 45m
Number of daily buses44.63333333333333
Earliest bus departure6:35am
Distance120 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Milwaukee to Madison Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Madison from Milwaukee, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Milwaukee - Madison, WI

  1. How far is Milwaukee from Madison?

    The distance between Milwaukee and Madison is around 122 km (76 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Milwaukee to Madison?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Milwaukee Airport, in Milwaukee, and end it at UW Memorial Union, in Madison.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-19
US$18
06-20
US$18
Today
US$18
06-22
US$20
06-23
US$20
06-24
US$20
06-25
US$20
06-26
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Madison was searched and found on Jun 19, 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$52 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Madison based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18 which is on 2025-06-26.

Usually Badger Bus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Milwaukee to Madison.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Milwaukee to Madison.

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 Milwaukee to Madison.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Milwaukee to Madison while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Madison?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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