Users have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting the cleanliness of both buses and bathrooms. The staff is described as friendly and helpful, ensuring a comfortable journey. Passengers appreciated the punctuality and clear communication about stops and safety procedures from drivers. Additionally, amenities like power outlets contributed to an enjoyable travel experience for many users.
Coach USA Madison Chicago recent customer reviews
The first driver wasn’t very helpful. This was the first time I had taken a bus to O’hare.
4 out of 5 stars
Jerry E.
Terrible. A two hour drive turned into 4.5 cause of slow driver, driver change that took 45 minutes and driver veering off the optimal path to “save time” did not save time rather added 10 minutes
1 out of 5 stars
Usman S.
The temperature was nice, and there was power for my phone. It was a peaceful and uneventful trip.
Users have shared that the drivers are friendly and professional, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. The buses are clean, enhancing comfort during the ride. However, some users noted issues with non-functional sockets and Wi-Fi connectivity. Additionally, there were mentions of missing amenities like pull-out trays for laptops and cup holders.
Amtrak Madison Chicago recent customer reviews
By even mentioning that my final destination was ohare i was not able to board the bus. I needed to buy another ticket from the bus folks directly to go to the same destination. This policy is ridiculous...
1 out of 5 stars
Brendan J.
The bus was late and overbooked. I just barely made it to my train. It was incredibly stressful.
2 out of 5 stars
Mischelle J.
We missed the bus to connect with our train. The bus stop was in a different location than specified
Users have reported a positive experience with the service, highlighting its cleanliness and safety. They appreciated features like good shades, making it an excellent choice for travel to events such as weddings. First-time riders also expressed satisfaction with their journey, noting no complaints about the overall experience.
FlixBus Madison Chicago recent customer reviews
More better pick up location indicators. Need to know where I'm supposed to be to get picked up. Costed me 2 tickets. No refunds.i paid 3 times to get home. Cold and almost out of money. And costed me a day of work.
1 out of 5 stars
Shaun G.
Bus came late; got us to Chicago an hour late. Driver never explained and was rude when asked.
1 out of 5 stars
Leslie K.
Clean, safe, goos shades and a great way to travel to the wedding
Based on 87286 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$28
Greyhound Madison Chicago recent customer reviews
Bus was more than 3 hrs late forcing me to make other accommodations for my transport
1 out of 5 stars
Armon M.
Busses should not leave early from main stops. Late we need to understand, but not early with a limited number of routes and difficult to reach stops. I got lucky to make it to the bus stop with a random paid driver from the gas station when I couldn't get a taxi as the plan b. She pulled up on the guys back just as I was getting out so timing is critical. We pulled out two minutes early by my watch.
Shortly after under-way, I noticed a heavy set woman was coughing violently and had no mask and didn't cover her mouth. I asked fellow passengers how long she was like that and they said they got on in Billings Montana and she in North Dakota they recalled and she was coughing the whole way. She was not prepared to make her trip and was obnoxious that she wouldn't cover herself from contaminating everyone. If Greyhound knows it has an exhaust problem which can trigger her alleged asthma then they should have on board a supply of masks for anyone requesting one. I just wonder how little support Greyhound gives their staff.
1 out of 5 stars
John J.
I accidentally signed up for the wrong time. I tried to get a bus that went from Madison to Chicago at 6:30 am (I had a flight to catch at 11:30). However my tickets were for 6:30 pm. I called the customer service number and the machine said that it would be best to go to a station to get a refund/change tickets. When I went to both of the stations in Madison I noticed that there was no office. It was just a stop. I ended up cutting my loses and paying $20 for another bus ticket. It was frustrating that I wasn't able to talk to anybody at Greyhound about my situation.
Based on 757 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at US$184
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Madison, WI - Chicago
How far is Madison from Chicago?
Madison and Chicago are 199 km (123 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Madison to Chicago?
Buses departing from UW Memorial Union in Madison will take you to Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09-28
US$39
09-29
US$35
Today
US$29
10-01
US$24
10-02
US$24
10-03
US$27
10-04
US$26
10-05
US$26
The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of US$24
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$179 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24 which is on 2025-10-01.
Usually Jefferson Lines 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.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Madison and Chicago!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Madison to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Madison to Chicago.
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The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of US$24
