Bus Tickets from New York City to Madison, WI

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TomorrowAug 30
from US$175
SunAug 31
from US$145
MonSep 1
from US$193
TueSep 2
WedSep 3
ThuSep 4
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York (Hudson Yards)
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: North Lake St
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: North Lake St
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: North Lake St
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Madison
    Destination location: North Lake St
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Madison

Bus
Average PriceUS$94 - US$310Average Duration1d 5h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$150 - US$2,062Average Duration1d 3h
118kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Madison

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madison. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
US$94Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Madison, WI: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$157
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure3:00am
Distance1300 km
Latest bus departure10:35pm

New York City to Madison Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from New York City to Madison, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Madison, WI

  1. How far is New York City from Madison?

    New York City and Madison are 1301 km (807 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New York City to Madison?

    Buses departing from Chinatown in New York City will take you to UW Memorial Union in Madison.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-27
No data
08-28
US$163
Today
US$134
08-30
US$189
08-31
US$138
09-01
US$186
09-02
US$146
09-03
US$117
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Madison, WI was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$117

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Madison, WI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$117 to US$193 for a bus ticket from New York City to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$117 which is on 2025-09-03.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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