How far is Rochester from Madison?

The distance separating Rochester and Madison is 167 miles (269 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Madison?

Most of the buses traveling from Rochester to Madison leave from Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW and arrive at UW Memorial Union. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Rochester to Madison from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Rochester to Madison on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:35pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	4h 15m	4:50pm	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	4h 15m	4:50pm	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	4h 15m	4:50pm	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	4h 15m	4:50pm	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW	4h 15m	4:50pm	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	No tags

Get from Rochester to Madison

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 15mAverage Duration

167 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

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Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.2

Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.

Jefferson Lines Rochester Madison recent customer reviews

The bus was clean and on time. The driver was friendly and courteous. He drove smoothly and I had absolutely no worries about his capabilities.

Charley M.

September 25, 2022

I have been traveling with Jefferson Lines for three years now. It just makes me feel great. Please work on your wifi problem.

Jerry L.

September 24, 2021

I can’t believe that people were smoking in the bus, during the trip, and the staff didn’t ask them to stop. I have taken Jefferson lines many time but this latest trip was horrible. I have smoke induced asthma so I was having difficulty breathing because of the smoking.

Jared R.

July 2, 2021

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