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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to DeKalb is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to DeKalb is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and arriving at Dekalb via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Madison to DeKalb?

The distance between Madison and DeKalb is 226 miles. The road distance is 100.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to DeKalb without a car is to bus which takes 6h 42m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Madison to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to DeKalb bus from?

Madison to DeKalb bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, depart from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Where does the Madison to DeKalb bus arrive?

Madison to DeKalb bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, arrive at W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

Can I drive from Madison to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to DeKalb is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Madison to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Madison to DeKalb - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Madison to DeKalb by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, 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
best
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton StVan Galder
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to DekalbGreyhound US0155S
6h 42m
$37–67
Drive 99.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to DeKalb99.5 mi
1h 55m
$19–27
Bus, train via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburn
7h 40m
$34–109
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton StVan Galder
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburnUp-W
7h 38m
$25–54
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburnUp-W
7h 51m
$35–67

Madison to DeKalb by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

6h 42mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.6 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to Dekalb via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and Chicago Bus Station in around 6h 42m.

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