Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | Janesville WI (JVL) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | Janesville WI (JVL) | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Janesville
The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Janesville, WI 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 Janesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Janesville start from $16. The average price for this route is around $18. 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 Janesville?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Janesville is 40m, covering a distance of 31 miles (50 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Janesville route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Janesville?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Janesville at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Janesville?
A bus trip from Madison to Janesville generates an estimated 1 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 Janesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Janesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Janesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Janesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 Janesville, WI was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Janesville, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $18 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Janesville, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-15.
