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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Appleton WI (APP) | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Appleton WI (APP) | Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | No tags |
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Get from Appleton to Madison
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Appleton to Madison, WI by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Appleton to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from Appleton to Madison start from $48. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Appleton to Madison?
The average bus travel time from Appleton to Madison is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 154 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Megabus.
Which bus companies service the Appleton to Madison route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Appleton to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from Appleton to Madison at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Appleton to Madison?
A bus trip from Appleton to Madison generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Appleton to Madison?
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 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Appleton to Madison?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Appleton to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Appleton to Madison?
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 Appleton to Madison, WI was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $45To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Appleton to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $45 to $49 for a bus ticket from Appleton to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2026-02-15.
Usually FlixBus 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.
