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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | North Lake St | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | Chicago O'Hare International Airport T2 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Bus | North Lake St | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | North Lake St | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Chicago
The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Chicago?
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 Chicago
- B630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madison, WI to Chicago
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Madison to Chicago start from £21. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madison to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Madison to Chicago is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 107 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Coach USA.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 85 buses available per day, including services from Coach USA, Amtrak, FlixBus, Jefferson Lines, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Chicago at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Chicago?
A bus journey from Madison to Chicago produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Madison to Chicago?
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 5759 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madison to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Coach USA, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Coach USA, 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 Chicago was searched and found on 24 Feb 2026 with a price of £18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £137 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2026-02-24.
Usually Jefferson Lines 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.
