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Compare all timetables for the bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$90
tomorrow
$85
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
$86
Thursday
$91

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 20m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 9:05 PM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $90
FlixBus 17h 20m 1:25 PM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 7:45 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $90
FlixBus 13h 15m 1:25 PM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 3:40 AM Columbus, OH ABM Public Parking  Economy $90
Greyhound US 12h 45m 10:50 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 12:35 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $91
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH via Chicago, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      11h 50m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      Dutch Mill Park & Ride
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $24
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • Busbud
      7h 20m
      0
      11:30 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      7:50 PM
      Columbus, OH
      ABM Public Parking
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $48
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 15m 1:25 PM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 3:40 AM Columbus, OH ABM Public Parking  Economy $85
FlixBus 17h 0m 1:45 PM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 7:45 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $85
FlixBus 13h 20m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 9:05 PM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $86
Greyhound US 12h 45m 10:50 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 12:35 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $86
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH via Chicago, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 50m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      W Transfer Point
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $25
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • Busbud
      7h 20m
      0
      11:30 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      7:50 PM
      Columbus, OH
      ABM Public Parking
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $44
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 50m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 12:35 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $86
FlixBus 17h 20m 1:25 PM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 7:45 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $86
FlixBus 17h 0m 1:45 PM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 7:45 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $87
Greyhound US 12h 45m 10:50 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 12:35 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $87
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH via Chicago, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 50m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      W Transfer Point
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $25
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • Busbud
      7h 20m
      0
      11:30 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      7:50 PM
      Columbus, OH
      ABM Public Parking
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $44
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 5m 7:00 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 9:05 PM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $91
FlixBus 12h 5m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 7:50 PM Columbus, OH ABM Public Parking  Economy $92
FlixBus 13h 15m 1:25 PM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 3:40 AM Columbus, OH ABM Public Parking  Economy $92
Greyhound US 12h 45m 10:50 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 12:35 AM Columbus, OH E Main St & S Lazelle St  Economy $92
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH via Chicago, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 50m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      W Transfer Point
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $25
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • Busbud
      7h 20m
      0
      11:30 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      7:50 PM
      Columbus, OH
      ABM Public Parking
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $44
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save $22

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH is $81 on 12/2/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Madison, WI and Columbus, OH

See here how frequent the connections between Madison, WI and Columbus, OH are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Madison, WI and Columbus, OH.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 17 buses from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Madison, WI and Columbus, OH, with 16 offers.

Facts about the bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 8 times every day by bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH starting from $81!

Cheapest Bus $81
Fastest Bus 12h 50m
Earliest Bus 6:45 AM
Latest Bus 5:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 8 Ø
Distance 394.7 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Madison, WI for Columbus, OH: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$90
Saturday 12/06
$85
Sunday 12/07
Monday 12/08
Tuesday 12/09
Wednesday 12/10
$86
Thursday 12/11
$91
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $85, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $91.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH, with $85. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $86.

How to save money travelling from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH, 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 buses from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Madison, WI and Columbus, OH

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Madison, WI and Columbus, OH.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH? Or which bus companies serve the route Madison, WI to Columbus, OH? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Madison, WI to Columbus, OH bus

How much does a Madison, WI Columbus, OH bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $81 and takes 18h 0m to reach Columbus, OH. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $81 and $93. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Columbus, OH.

On average, how many connections are available from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH each day?

Every day, the Madison, WI to Columbus, OH bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH take?

The fastest bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH is offered by FlixBus and takes 12h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $92. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Columbus, OH from Madison, WI starts at 6:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH?

The latest bus trip departing from Madison, WI for Columbus, OH starts at 5:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Madison, WI Columbus, OH route?

When traveling by bus from Madison, WI to Columbus, OH, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Madison, WI and Columbus, OH?

You can check all the direct connections between Madison, WI and Columbus, OH 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 Madison, WI to Columbus, OH bus route?

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 Madison, WI Columbus, OH bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Madison, WI Columbus, OH 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 traveling 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 Madison, WI to Columbus, OH on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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