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Which bus from Chicago to Madison, WI is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Chicago to Madison, WI. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£21
tomorrow
£24
Monday
£19
Tuesday
£16
Wednesday
£17
Thursday
£17
Friday
£19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 5m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:35 Madison, WI W Transfer Point  Economy £21
FlixBus 3h 20m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:50 Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy £21
FlixBus 3h 25m 09:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:25 Madison, WI W Transfer Point  Economy £24
Greyhound US 3h 20m 15:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 18:20 Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy £24
Greyhound US 5h 15m 07:10 Chicago Cumberland CTA 12:25 Madison, WI W Transfer Point  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 3h 20m 15:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 18:20 Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy £24
FlixBus 3h 20m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:50 Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy £26
FlixBus 3h 5m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:35 Madison, WI W Transfer Point  Economy £26
FlixBus 3h 45m 09:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:45 Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy £29
Greyhound US 5h 35m 07:10 Chicago Cumberland CTA 12:45 Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Madison, WI via Milwaukee Airport, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 25m
      0
      09:00
      Chicago
      Downtown Coach Station
      10:35
      Milwaukee Airport
      Milwaukee Airport
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 45m
      0
      10:40
      Milwaukee Airport
      Milwaukee Airport
      12:25
      Madison, WI
      Dutch Mill Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £13
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 5m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:35 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £19
FlixBus 3h 20m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:50 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £19
Greyhound US 3h 20m 15:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 18:20 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £21
FlixBus 4h 45m 11:05 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 15:50 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £27
Greyhound US 5h 0m 13:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 18:20 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 5m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:35 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £16
FlixBus 3h 20m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:50 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £16
FlixBus 3h 25m 09:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:25 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £18
Greyhound US 4h 55m 13:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 18:40 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £20
Greyhound US 5h 15m 13:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 19:00 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £20

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 5m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:35 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £17
FlixBus 3h 20m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:50 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £17
FlixBus 3h 25m 09:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:25 Madison, WI W Transfer Point  Economy £20
Greyhound US 3h 20m 15:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 18:20 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £20
Greyhound US 5h 0m 13:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 18:20 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 5m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:35 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £17
FlixBus 3h 20m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:50 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £17
FlixBus 3h 25m 09:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:25 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £20
Greyhound US 3h 20m 15:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 18:20 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £20
Greyhound US 5h 0m 13:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 18:20 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 5m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:35 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £19
FlixBus 3h 20m 12:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 15:50 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £19
FlixBus 3h 25m 09:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:25 Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy £22
Greyhound US 3h 20m 15:00 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 18:20 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £22
Greyhound US 5h 0m 13:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 18:20 Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy £27

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Chicago to Madison, WI is £16 on 23/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Chicago and Madison, WI?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Chicago to Madison, WI. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 27 daily coaches from Chicago to Madison, WI. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 17 daily coaches between Chicago and Madison, WI.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 82 coaches from Chicago to Madison, WI, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Madison, WI, with 22 offers.

All facts for Chicago to Madison, WI bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel daily 23 times by bus from Chicago to Madison, WI in one click. Book your Chicago to Madison, WI bus ticket starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 3h 5m
Earliest Coach 05:45
Latest Coach 15:00
Daily Bus Connections 23 Ø
Distance 196.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Madison, WI?

Every day, 23 buses from 2 coach companies leave Chicago for Madison, WI. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/06/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
Wednesday 17/06
Thursday 18/06
Friday 19/06
Saturday 20/06
£22
Sunday 21/06
£29
Monday 22/06
£19
Tuesday 23/06
£19
Wednesday 24/06
£17
Thursday 25/06
£17
Friday 26/06
£19
Saturday 27/06
£18
Sunday 28/06
£20
Monday 29/06
£21
Tuesday 30/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 02/07
£22
Friday 03/07
£22
Saturday 04/07
Sunday 05/07
£22
Monday 06/07
Tuesday 07/07
£18
Wednesday 08/07
Thursday 09/07
£16
Friday 10/07
£18
Saturday 11/07
£17
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Madison, WI

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Madison, WI, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Chicago to Madison, WI. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Madison, WI, with £16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £18.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Madison, WI

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Chicago to Madison, WI in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Chicago to Madison, WI, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Chicago to Madison, WI are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Chicago to Madison, WI?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Chicago to Madison, WI timetable.

Greyhound US from Chicago to Madison, WI

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Madison, WI:

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 07:10
Last Coach 15:00
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 19/06/2026
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Madison, WI

Here is a map with all coach stations in Chicago and Madison, WI. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Chicago to Madison, WI

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Chicago to Madison, WI. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Chicago to Madison, WI bus

How much does a Chicago Madison, WI coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Chicago Madison, WI bus trip is available from £16 and takes 3h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Madison, WI?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £85. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Madison, WI.

How many connections are available for the Chicago Madison, WI route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Chicago to Madison, WI is offered by roughly 23 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Madison, WI from Chicago take?

The quickest coach from Chicago to Madison, WI is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £21. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Madison, WI?

The earliest bus to Madison, WI departs from Chicago at 05:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Chicago to Madison, WI?

The latest bus to Madison, WI departs from Chicago at 15:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Chicago Madison, WI route?

Passengers looking to travel from Chicago to Madison, WI can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Madison, WI?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Madison, WI by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the bus to Madison, WI from Chicago?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Chicago Madison, WI bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Madison, WI bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Madison, WI on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Chicago to Madison, WI?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 23 daily trips between Chicago and Madison, WI. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Chicago to Madison, WI?

Prices and availability for 23 trips between Chicago and Madison, WI change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Madison, WI

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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