Bus from Madison, WI to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Madison to Washington on 25 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
North Lake St
Springfield Bus Stop, VANo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
North Lake St
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.No tags
GreyhoundBus
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Union StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Springfield Bus Stop, VANo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.No tags

Get from Madison to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour, and with fares starting at just R 1 908, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
1d 1hAverage duration
1138 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Washington, DC, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Washington start at R 1 908. The average price for this route is around R 4 206. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Madison to Washington?

    The average bus journey time from Madison to Washington is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1138 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Madison to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Madison to Washington at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:40.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Washington?

    A bus trip from Madison to Washington produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Madison to Washington?

    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 5652 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Washington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madison to Washington?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Washington?

    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.

Best price found
22/12
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23/12
R 4 357
Today
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 357

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