What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Madison?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Madison is to bus which costs $50 - $130 and takes 9h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Madison?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Madison is to bus and fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $85 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor to Madison. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor and arriving at Madison, WI-Lake St. via Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Madison?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Madison is 348 miles. The road distance is 389.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ann Arbor to Madison without a car?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Madison without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 56m and costs $65 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Madison?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Ann Arbor to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Madison bus from?

Ann Arbor to Madison bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ann Arbor station.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Madison bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Madison bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Milwaukee Intermodal Station.

What is the time difference between Ann Arbor and Madison?

Madison is 1h behind Ann Arbor. It is currently 10:31 AM in Ann Arbor and 9:31 AM in Madison.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Madison is 389 miles. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Ann Arbor to Madison.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ann Arbor to Madison?

Book your Ann Arbor to Madison bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 145+ hotels available in Madison.

Ann Arbor to Madison - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Madison by bus, plane, train, bus (Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane DTW - MSN
4h 1m
$89–569
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus 2550
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus Daily Route
9h 30m
$53–124
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
8h 56m
$68–152
Drive 386.8 mi
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Madisoncar 386.8 mi
6h 30m
$71–102
Bus, fly to General Mitchell International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DTW - MKE
3. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
5h 59m
$208–622
Train, bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
9h 22m
$76–202
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Gary Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train Ssl
3. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
10h 12m
$72–134

Ann Arbor to Madison by train and bus

21Weekly Services

8h 56mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346.2 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Ann Arbor to Madison, WI-Lake St. via Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak in around 9h 30m.

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