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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Union Depot | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Union Depot | North Lake St | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Union Depot | North Lake St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Depot | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Depot | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | No tags |
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Get from Saint Paul to Madison
The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Saint Paul and Madison?
Stops in Saint Paul
- A240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
- B178 Cesar Chavez St, St Paul MN 55107, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saint Paul, US to Madison, 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 Saint Paul to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint Paul to Madison start from $43. The average price for this route is around $77. 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 Saint Paul to Madison?
The average bus travel time from Saint Paul to Madison is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 362 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Saint Paul to Madison route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Saint Paul to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from Saint Paul to Madison at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint Paul to Madison?
A bus trip from Saint Paul to Madison generates an estimated 9 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 Saint Paul to Madison?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint Paul to Madison?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Saint Paul to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Saint Paul to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Saint Paul, US to Madison, WI was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 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 Saint Paul, US to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $42 to $117 for a bus ticket from Saint Paul, US to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2026-01-07.
Usually FlixBus 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.
