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

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

today
$23
tomorrow
$39
Wednesday
$34
Thursday
$35
Friday
$39
Saturday
$40
Sunday
$46

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:40 PM Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy $23
FlixBus 5h 30m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:15 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $23
Greyhound US 5h 35m 12:15 PM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 5:50 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $42

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 30m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:15 PM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy $39
FlixBus 5h 55m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:40 PM Madison, WI W Transfer Point  Economy $39
Greyhound US 5h 35m 12:15 PM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 5:50 PM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy $39

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:40 PM Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy $34
FlixBus 5h 30m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:15 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $34
Greyhound US 5h 35m 12:15 PM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 5:50 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $34

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 30m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:15 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $35
Greyhound US 5h 35m 12:15 PM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 5:50 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $35
FlixBus 5h 55m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:40 PM Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy $36

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:40 PM Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy $39
FlixBus 5h 30m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:15 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $39
Greyhound US 5h 35m 12:15 PM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 5:50 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $39
Badger Bus 4h 45m 3:30 PM Minneapolis University 8:15 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $46

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:40 PM Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy $40
FlixBus 5h 30m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:15 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $40
FlixBus 5h 50m 12:15 PM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 6:05 PM Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy $42
Greyhound US 5h 35m 12:15 PM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 5:50 PM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison  Economy $43

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Badger Bus 4h 45m 3:30 PM Minneapolis University 8:15 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $46
FlixBus 5h 55m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:40 PM Madison, WI Dutch Mill Park & Ride  Economy $52
FlixBus 5h 30m 7:45 AM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 1:15 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $52
Greyhound US 5h 35m 12:15 PM Minneapolis Fourth Street North Transit Station 5:50 PM Madison, WI Chazen Museum  Economy $52
  • Did you know that if you travel from Minneapolis to Madison, WI via Saint Paul, MN, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      7:45 AM
      Minneapolis
      Fourth Street North Transit Station
      8:15 AM
      Saint Paul, MN
      Union Depot
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 55m
      0
      8:20 AM
      Saint Paul, MN
      Union Depot
      1:15 PM
      Madison, WI
      Chazen Museum
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but you will save $5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Minneapolis to Madison, WI is $23 on 6/22/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Minneapolis and Madison, WI

See here how frequent the connections between Minneapolis and Madison, WI are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Minneapolis to Madison, WI. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Minneapolis and Madison, WI.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 22 buses from Minneapolis to Madison, WI, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Minneapolis and Madison, WI, with 14 offers.

Facts about the bus from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound US and Badger Bus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Minneapolis to Madison, WI in one click! Book your bus ticket from Minneapolis to Madison, WI starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus $23
Fastest Bus 4h 45m
Earliest Bus 7:45 AM
Latest Bus 3:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 233.3 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Greyhound US and Badger Bus

Cheapest bus connections from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

Every day, 5 buses from 3 bus companies leave Minneapolis for Madison, WI: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/21
Monday 06/22
$23
Tuesday 06/23
$39
Wednesday 06/24
$34
Thursday 06/25
$35
Friday 06/26
$39
Saturday 06/27
$43
Sunday 06/28
$46
Monday 06/29
Tuesday 06/30
$40
Wednesday 07/01
Thursday 07/02
$45
Friday 07/03
Saturday 07/04
Sunday 07/05
$46
Monday 07/06
$39
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 07/08
Thursday 07/09
$37
Friday 07/10
$41
Saturday 07/11
$39
Sunday 07/12
$46
Monday 07/13
$37
Tuesday 07/14
Wednesday 07/15
$36
Thursday 07/16
$39
Friday 07/17
$40
Saturday 07/18

The cheapest time to travel from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Minneapolis to Madison, WI, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $23, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Minneapolis to Madison, WI. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $46.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Minneapolis to Madison, WI, with $23. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $34.

How to save money travelling from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

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 Minneapolis 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 bus from Minneapolis 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 buses from Minneapolis to Madison, WI are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

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

FlixBus from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Minneapolis to Madison, WI:

Cheapest Price $23
Fastest Bus 5h 30m
Earliest Bus 7:45 AM
Last Bus 7:45 AM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 6/16/2026

All bus stations and stops in Minneapolis and Madison, WI

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

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

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

FAQs about the Minneapolis to Madison, WI bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 5h 30m to reach Madison, WI. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $56. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Madison, WI.

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

Every day, the Minneapolis to Madison, WI bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Minneapolis to Madison, WI is offered by Badger Bus and takes 4h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $46. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Madison, WI from Minneapolis starts at 7:45 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 Minneapolis to Madison, WI?

The latest bus trip departing from Minneapolis for Madison, WI starts at 3:30 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 Minneapolis Madison, WI route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Minneapolis 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, Greyhound US and Badger Bus.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Minneapolis 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 5 daily trips between Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Madison, WI?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Madison, WI

Economy
Economy

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

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