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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Lake City to Madison. Traveling by bus from Lake City to Madison usually takes around 15 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 15 hours,
| Distance | 240 mi (387 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $247.68 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Lake City to Madison?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Lake City to Madison that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 1 | 15h 0m | $247.68 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 16h 0m | $247.68 |
El Expreso Bus, a sub-brand of Tornado Bus Company, operates intercity bus trips in the United States, plus several routes that cross the border into Mexico. The carrier’s professional and helpful staff are often fluent in both English and Spanish. El Expreso buses feature comfortable seats, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and free WiFi. The average ticket price for a Lake City to Madison trip is $248 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 15 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 387 kilometers from Lake City to Madison. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 7:00pm and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lake City to Madison, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Lake City?
Main departure station: 2470 W US Hwy 90
Most buses depart from the main station in Lake City.
All bus stations in Lake City:
2470 W US Hwy 90
Where does the bus arrive in Madison?
Main arrival station: Pilot Travel Center
All buses from Lake City arrive at one main station in Madison.
Bus stations in Madison:
Pilot Travel Center
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