Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | CheapestFastest | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Rochester (Kahler Mayo) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:44 AM CST.
Get from Madison to Rochester
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Rochester?
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 Rochester
- ASinclair Fuel Stop, 205 6th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
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According to multiple reviews, Jefferson bus lines generally provide satisfactory service. However, there have been consistent complaints about a specific driver who is frequently late and takes longer routes. This driver's behavior has caused delays and inconvenience for passengers on several occasions.
Jefferson Lines Madison Rochester recent customer reviews
Bus was cancelled and no one knew. Everyone was waiting for 2+ hours and just gave up
Grace B.
Jefferson lines are fine except for the driver I had today and last week. Late both times. Doesn't have any sense of urgency and took the time to have a cigarette at each stop
Charley M.
driver had no mask, bus left late and arrived very late.
Thomas M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Rochester, MN, US by bus
How far is Madison from Rochester?
The distance between Madison and Rochester is around 269 km (167 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Madison to Rochester?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at UW Memorial Union, in Madison, and end it at Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW, in Rochester.
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 Rochester, MN, US was searched and found on Nov 25, 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 Rochester, MN, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $42 to $47 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Rochester, MN, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-25.
