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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Pontiac is to bus which costs $50 - $140 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Pontiac is to fly and train which takes 5h 47m and costs $80 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Madison, WI-Lake St. and arriving at Downtown Pontiac via Milwaukee Intermodal Station and Jefferson & Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

How far is it from Madison to Pontiac?

The distance between Madison and Pontiac is 366 miles. The road distance is 428.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Pontiac without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 11m and costs $100 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Madison to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Pontiac bus from?

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

Where does the Madison to Pontiac bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Madison and Pontiac?

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Madison. It is currently 4:35 AM in Madison and 5:35 AM in Pontiac.

Can I drive from Madison to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Pontiac is 428 miles. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Madison to Pontiac.

Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 270+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Madison to Pontiac - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Madison to Pontiac by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field to Detroit, train
best
1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Detroit (DTW)plane MSN - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 47m
$82–514
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
12h 23m
$54–136
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
11h 11m
$102–221
Drive 425.9 mi
1. Drive from Madison to Pontiaccar 425.9 mi
7h 24m
$78–113
Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 13m
$91–541
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
3. Take the bus from Flint Amtrak to Pontiac Amtrakbus
7h 18m
$91–347
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 26m
$140–402
Bus, train via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 15m
$110–284
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Southfield Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0160
14h 10m
$76–140

Madison to Pontiac by bus and train

21Weekly Services

11h 11mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Madison to Pontiac.

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Distance: 363.5 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Downtown Pontiac via Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Detroit Bus Station, and Jefferson & Griswold in around 12h 23m.

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