What is the cheapest way to get from Evanston to Madison?

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Madison is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to Madison?

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Madison is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Madison. However, there are services departing from Dempster St & Dodge Ave and arriving at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Evanston to Madison?

The distance between Evanston and Madison is 150 miles. The road distance is 133 miles.

How do I travel from Evanston to Madison without a car?

The best way to get from Evanston to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $22 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Evanston to Madison?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Evanston to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Madison bus from?

Evanston to Madison bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Dempster St & Dodge Ave station.

Where does the Evanston to Madison bus arrive?

Evanston to Madison bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at O'Hare MMF Bay 9 station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Madison is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Evanston to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 142+ hotels available in Madison.

Evanston to Madison - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, subway, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Evanston to Madison by bus, car, subway, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dempster St & Dodge Ave to O'Hare MMF Bay 9Pulse Dempster Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW CampusVan Galder
4h 24m
$22–43
Drive 132.3 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Madison132.3 mi
2h 45m
$25–35
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Main to Clark/Lake
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)ORD - MSN
4h 12m
$62–422

Evanston to Madison by bus

119Weekly Buses

4h 24mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.1 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Dempster St & Dodge Ave to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility in around 4h 24m.

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