Cheap coach tickets from Rochester to Madison

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Coach from Rochester to Madison: Journey Information

There is one daily coach from Rochester to Madison. Travelling by coach from Rochester to Madison usually takes around 4 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 25 minutes.

Distance
167 mi (269 km)
Shortest duration
4h 25m
Cheapest price
US$29.00
Trips per day
1
Most frequent service
Jefferson Lines
Coach lines
1

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Rochester to Madison (Based on 6 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Nell

29 June 2025 - Holiday

Jefferson Lines
Pros: Travel under someone else's responsibility this means that I was able to work on my assignment while trusting on the driver to get me to my destination Cons: Work on time management but was understanding Tips: Good

5.0

Gokul

6 November 2023 - Regular commuter

Jefferson Lines
Cons: Outlets for charging and better wi-fi

5.0

Nicole

7 July 2022 - Visiting family

Jefferson Lines
Pros: Trip was super easy and on time. Driver was very kind and helpful Cons: WiFi limit was frustrating

5.0

Billy

25 March 2022 - Visiting friends

Jefferson Lines
Pros: It was cheaper and it was a very fast trip to be honest.. I would have many more trips in the future Cons: I guess to further accomadate covid it would be nice to have better seating assigned and not so much moving around. Tips: Yes try to not move around alot. I mean I was comfortable but It was a lot of people moving around alot for seating.

5.0

Stephanie

24 May 2020 - Visiting family

Jefferson Lines
Pros: not many people on board Cons: i wish it were a bit cheaper Tips: n/a
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How much is a coach ticket from Rochester to Madison?

Coach tickets for a trip from Rochester to Madison cost about US$29 when you book at the cheapest time, 8 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Rochester to Madison by travel date

US$45US$30US$15NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Rochester to Madison in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from US$29 to US$34. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 13 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Madison this week, coach tickets are available starting at US$29.

Average coach ticket prices from Rochester to Madison by month

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Travelling from Rochester to Madison by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around US$30 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 8 days in advance. This way, you can save up to US$5 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Rochester to Madison?

There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rochester to Madison. Jefferson Lines is the only company that has coach timetables available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Jefferson Lines14h 38mUS$30.88
  • Jefferson Lines is a well-established intercity coach company with service to some of the Midwest’s top travel destinations. As one of the United States’ largest coach service providers, Jefferson Lines is beloved by students, commuters, and vacationers in America’s heartland. Travel with Jefferson Lines is comfortable thanks to reclining seats, individual climate controls, toilets, and free WiFi. You can even check the status of your trip with their coach tracker tool. The carrier provides safe, affordable, and reliable service from Rochester to Madison with ticket prices as low as US$29.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Rochester to Madison

There is usually only one coach per day from Rochester to Madison. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

1

Direct trips

1

The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 167 miles from Rochester to Madison. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 25 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

167

Distance (km)

269

There is usually only one coach per day from Rochester to Madison. It leaves the station in Rochester at 16:40 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

Earliest coach

1:05pm

Latest coach

4:40pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Madison at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Madison

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Consistently ranking high on the lists of the best places to live in the USA, Madison still maintains its quaint and idyllic small-town vibe despite being the capital city of Wisconsin. Sitting among the city’s most iconic and most popular landmarks is the Madison Memorial Union, which is located within the campus of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The building features a lakeview terrace filled with colourful chairs, allowing visitors to chill out and enjoy the sun. If you are interested in the history of the state or architecture as a whole, head over to the State Capitol building, which was built between 1906 and 1917. The building features lavish council chambers, which were modeled after the famous Doge’s Palace in Venice, along with other architectural highlights. If you wish to stay close to nature, the Olbrich Botanical garden, with its famous Thai Pavilion and Garden, will certainly be a great choice.

As a college city, Madison features numerous cutting-edge establishments that will make your mouth water. For some of the best dining views in town, head over to Graze, where you can also grab some of the best cheese curds in Madison. If you want to enjoy the best brunch in town, Sardine might have what you need.

The busiest coach/train station in Madison is located on Collins Ct. The city is served by the Dane County Regional Airport, 6 miles northeast of downtown.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Rochester?

Main departure station: Rochester Fuel Stop

Most coaches depart from the main station in Rochester.

All coach stations in Rochester:

  • Rochester Fuel Stop

Where does the coach arrive in Madison?

Main arrival station: University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center

All coaches from Rochester arrive at one main station in Madison.

Coach stations in Madison:

  • University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center

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