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Compare all timetables for the bus from Madison, WI to Milwaukee

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madison, WI to Milwaukee from various bus operators like Badger Bus, FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.
today
from $21
tomorrow
from $21
Thursday
from $21
Friday
from $18
Saturday
from $18
Sunday
from $25
Monday
from $21

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    3:10 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • Greyhound US
    1h 25m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    12:05 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $21
  • Jefferson Lines
    1h 25m
    0
    4:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    6:20 PM
    Milwaukee
    Intermodal Station
    0
    Jefferson Lines
    Economy
    $21
  • Badger Bus
    1h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    8:05 AM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $22
  • Coach USA
    1h 20m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    8:50 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Coach USA
    Economy
    $26

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    3:10 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    9:25 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • Badger Bus
    1h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    8:05 AM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $22
  • Badger Bus
    1h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    11:30 AM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $22
  • Greyhound US
    1h 20m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    6:35 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $22

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Jefferson Lines
    1h 25m
    0
    4:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    6:20 PM
    Milwaukee
    Intermodal Station
    0
    Jefferson Lines
    Economy
    $21
  • Coach USA
    1h 20m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    8:50 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Coach USA
    Economy
    $26

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Badger Bus
    1h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    2:15 PM
    Milwaukee
    Intermodal Station
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    3:10 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • Greyhound US
    1h 20m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    6:35 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $21
  • Jefferson Lines
    1h 25m
    0
    4:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    6:20 PM
    Milwaukee
    Intermodal Station
    0
    Jefferson Lines
    Economy
    $21
  • Coach USA
    1h 20m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    8:50 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Coach USA
    Economy
    $25

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Badger Bus
    1h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    2:15 PM
    Milwaukee
    Intermodal Station
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $18
  • Badger Bus
    2h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    5:00 PM
    Milwaukee
    Intermodal Station
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $18
  • Greyhound US
    1h 20m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    6:35 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $21
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    3:10 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    9:25 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Coach USA
    1h 20m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    8:50 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Coach USA
    Economy
    $25

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Jefferson Lines
    1h 25m
    0
    4:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    6:20 PM
    Milwaukee
    Intermodal Station
    0
    Jefferson Lines
    Economy
    $21
  • Badger Bus
    1h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    8:05 AM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $22
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    3:10 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • Greyhound US
    1h 20m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    6:35 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $22
  • Coach USA
    1h 20m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    8:50 PM
    Milwaukee
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Coach USA
    Economy
    $25

Frequency of bus connections between Madison, WI and Milwaukee

See here how frequent the connections between Madison, WI and Milwaukee are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 37 daily buses from Madison, WI to Milwaukee. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Madison, WI and Milwaukee.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 86 buses from Madison, WI to Milwaukee, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Madison, WI and Milwaukee, with 23 offers.

Facts about the bus from Madison, WI to Milwaukee

Compare all providers like Badger Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 20 times every day by bus from Madison, WI to Milwaukee in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madison, WI to Milwaukee starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus $18
Fastest Bus 1h 20m
Earliest Bus 6:30 AM
Latest Bus 8:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 20 Ø
Distance 74.9 miles
Bus Companies Badger Bus, FlixBus, Greyhound US, Coach USA and Jefferson Lines

Cheapest bus connections from Madison, WI to Milwaukee

Every day, 20 buses from 5 bus companies leave Madison, WI for Milwaukee: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/17/2025 and for the following days.

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

The cheapest time to travel from Madison, WI to Milwaukee

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madison, WI to Milwaukee, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $18, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Madison, WI to Milwaukee. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $25.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madison, WI to Milwaukee, with $18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Madison, WI to Milwaukee

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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee, 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 Milwaukee are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Madison, WI to Milwaukee

These are the most booked bus companies between Madison, WI to Milwaukee from our users.

Coach USA from Madison, WI to Milwaukee

Coach USA

Here you will find the key facts about the Coach USA bus route Madison, WI to Milwaukee:

Cheapest Price $25
Fastest Bus 1h 20m
Earliest Bus 7:30 PM
Last Bus 7:30 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 6/14/2025

All bus stations and stops in Madison, WI and Milwaukee

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madison, WI to Milwaukee

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

FAQs about the Madison, WI to Milwaukee bus

How much does a Madison, WI Milwaukee bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 1h 45m to reach Milwaukee. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $26. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Milwaukee.

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

Every day, the Madison, WI to Milwaukee bus route is served by approximately 20 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Madison, WI to Milwaukee is offered by Badger Bus and takes 1h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $22. 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 Milwaukee?

The earliest bus arriving in Milwaukee from Madison, WI starts at 6:30 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 Milwaukee?

The latest bus trip departing from Madison, WI for Milwaukee starts at 8:00 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 Milwaukee route?

When traveling by bus from Madison, WI to Milwaukee, passengers can travel with Badger Bus, 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 Milwaukee?

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

What can I take with me on the Madison, WI to Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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