How far is Columbus from Madison?

Columbus and Madison are 43 km (27 miles) apart.

Bus from Columbus to Madison starting at $21 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Columbus to Madison on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:40pm	Columbus Amtrak	1h	1:40pm	Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN)	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Columbus Amtrak	35m	1:15pm	Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD)	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Columbus Amtrak	35m	1:15pm	Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD)	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Columbus Amtrak	1h	1:40pm	Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN)	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Columbus Amtrak	35m	1:15pm	Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD)	No tags

Get from Columbus to Madison

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

35mAverage Duration

44 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Megabus

3.5/5411 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 411 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus ticket prices on this trip start at $24

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, WI to Madison, WI by bus

How far is Columbus from Madison?
Columbus and Madison are 43 km (27 miles) apart.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-16

$21

11-17

$21

Today

$21

11-19

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11-23

$21

The cheapest trip from Columbus, WI to Madison, WI was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $22 for a bus ticket from Columbus, WI to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-11-23.