Bus from Madison, WI to Minneapolis: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Madison to Minneapolis on May 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Jefferson LinesBus
University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)Cheapest
Badger BusBus
North Lake St
Mall of America - IKEA BloomingtonFastest
FlixBusBus
North Lake St
Minneapolis Bus StationNo tags
Badger BusBus
North Lake St
UNM - Huron Blvd.No tags
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines
Bus
University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
Minneapolis (Mall of America)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:03 AM CDT.

Get from Madison to Minneapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 116,542, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
7h 20mAverage Duration
373 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Minneapolis by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Minneapolis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Minneapolis start from COP 116,542. The average price for this route is around COP 168,170. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Madison to Minneapolis?

    The average bus travel time from Madison to Minneapolis is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 373 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by Badger Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Madison to Minneapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, FlixBus, Greyhound, Badger Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to Minneapolis?

    The earliest bus departs from Madison to Minneapolis at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Minneapolis?

    A bus trip from Madison to Minneapolis generates an estimated 9.32395 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Madison to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Minneapolis?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badger Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Madison to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Minneapolis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badger Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-14
COP 236,929
05-15
COP 112,657
Today
COP 112,657
05-17
COP 112,657
05-18
COP 112,657
05-19
COP 112,657
05-20
COP 112,657
05-21
COP 112,657
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Minneapolis was searched and found on May 15, 2026 with a price of COP 112,657

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 Minneapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 112,657 to COP 609,861 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 112,657 which is on 2026-05-17.

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.

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