How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Eau Claire?

The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Eau Claire start from $29. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Eau Claire?

The average bus trip duration from Madison to Eau Claire is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 168 miles (271 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Badger Bus .

Which bus companies service the Madison to Eau Claire route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Badger Bus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Eau Claire?

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

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Eau Claire?

A bus trip from Madison to Eau Claire generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Madison to Eau Claire?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Badger Bus , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Eau Claire?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badger Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Eau Claire?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Eau Claire?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badger Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Bus Madison to Eau Claire from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Madison to Eau Claire on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:15am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 35m	1:50pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 50m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	No tags

Next departures for Madison to Eau Claire on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	10:35pm	Eau Claire	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 35m	1:50pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 50m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	6:45pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 50m	10:35pm	Eau Claire	No tags

Next departures for Madison to Eau Claire on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	10:35pm	Eau Claire	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	North Lake St	2h 45m	12:45pm	University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 35m	1:50pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 50m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	No tags

Next departures for Madison to Eau Claire on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	10:35pm	Eau Claire	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 35m	1:50pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 50m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	6:45pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 50m	10:35pm	Eau Claire	No tags

Next departures for Madison to Eau Claire on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	10:35pm	Eau Claire	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	North Lake St	2h 45m	12:45pm	University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	North Lake St	3h 25m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 35m	1:50pm	Eau Claire	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3h 50m	4:40pm	Eau Claire	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:22 AM CST.

Get from Madison to Eau Claire

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

3h 35mAverage Duration

168 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Madison and Eau Claire?

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 Eau Claire

A
University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire Campus
Eau Claire Bus Stop, Eau Claire, WI 54701, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,501 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Badger Bus

4/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.3

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Madison Eau Claire recent customer reviews

Speaker system on the bus needed some work. Driver was very courteous. Bus was a tad dirty but Madison was not the first stop.

Jennifer A.

September 23, 2019

Great experience

Tracy N.

August 9, 2021

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Eau Claire start from $29. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Eau Claire?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Eau Claire is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 168 miles (271 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Badger Bus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Eau Claire route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Badger Bus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Eau Claire?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Eau Claire at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Eau Claire?
A bus trip from Madison to Eau Claire generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Madison to Eau Claire?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Eau Claire?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badger Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Eau Claire?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Eau Claire?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badger Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 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

11/30

$60

12/01

$40

Today

$39

12/03

$36

12/04

$32

12/05

$35

12/06

$30

12/07

$36

The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Eau Claire was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $30

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 Eau Claire, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $98 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Eau Claire based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Greyhound, Badger Bus 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.