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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | North Lake St | Eau Claire | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | North Lake St | Eau Claire | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Eau Claire | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Eau Claire | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Eau Claire | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Eau Claire
The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $51. The average price for this route is around $61. 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 travel time from Madison to Eau Claire is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 265 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 are the earliest and latest departure times 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 a mode of travel recommended 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 Busbud reviews, the bus company Badger Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Madison to Eau Claire?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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.
The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Eau Claire was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $42To 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 $42 to $125 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 $42 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Greyhound 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.
