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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | North Lake St | Lafayette Bus Stop | Cheapest | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Lafayette Bus Stop | Fastest | |||||
 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| North Lake St | Lafayette Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Lafayette Bus Stop | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Lafayette
The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 708, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Lafayette?
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 Lafayette
- A
CityBus Center
N 3rd St & North St (Corner), Lafayette, IN 47901
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Lafayette start at R 708. The average price for this route is around R 1 069. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madison to Lafayette?
The average bus journey time from Madison to Lafayette is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 355 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Lafayette route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Lafayette at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Madison to Lafayette produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Madison to Lafayette?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Lafayette?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Lafayette?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Lafayette?
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 Lafayette, IN was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 774To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 774 to R 4 334 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 774, which is on 2025-12-16.
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.
