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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Appleton is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Appleton is to drive which takes 2h and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Appleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Appleton station. However, there are services departing from Madison, WI-Lake St. and arriving at Appleton Amtrak Station via Milwaukee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Madison to Appleton?

The distance between Madison and Appleton is 184 miles. The road distance is 106.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Appleton without a car is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs $21 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Madison to Appleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Appleton bus from?

Madison to Appleton bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Madison, WI-Lake St. station.

Where does the Madison to Appleton bus arrive?

Madison to Appleton bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Madison to Appleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Appleton is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Madison to Appleton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madison to Appleton?

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

Where can I stay near Appleton?

There are 76+ hotels available in Appleton.

Madison to Appleton - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Madison to Appleton by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak) or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus Madison
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Appleton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 59m
$21–139
Drive 105.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Appletoncar 105.6 mi
2h
$20–28

Madison to Appleton by bus

26Weekly Buses

4h 59mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.9 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Appleton, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Appleton Amtrak Station via Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak and Milwaukee in around 4h 59m.

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