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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | North Lake St | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | North Lake St | Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Washington
The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Washington?
Stops in Madison
- A
UW Memorial Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA - B
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
4 Collins Ct, Madison, WI 53716, USA
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Washington, DC, US 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 Madison to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Washington start from $159. The average price for this route is around $317. 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 Madison to Washington?
The average bus travel time from Madison to Washington is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1138 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Washington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Washington at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Washington?
A bus trip from Madison to Washington generates an estimated 28 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 Madison to Washington?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Washington?
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 Madison to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Washington?
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 Madison, WI to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $209To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
