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Columbus to Madison Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Columbus to Madison?

There are usually 1 daily train trips from Columbus to Madison.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£10.95
Avg. Price
£48.10
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
2
Daily Trips
1
Duration
Duration
0h 47m
Duration
7h 52m

Coach from Columbus to Madison: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Columbus to Madison. Traveling by coach from Columbus to Madison usually takes around 48 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 35 minutes.

Distance27 mi (43 km)
Shortest duration0h 35m
Cheapest price£10.57
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceMegabus
Coach lines1

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What coach companies travel from Columbus to Madison?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbus to Madison. Megabus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Megabus20h 48m£10.95
  • Book Megabus from Columbus to Madison from £11. There are 2 Megabus schedules from Columbus to Madison and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Madison. In Columbus, Megabus departs to Madison from 359 N Ludington St and no other station. In Madison, Megabus arrives at University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center and 1 other station.

    An average trip on Megabus from Columbus to Madison takes 0 hours and 48 minutes , while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to Madison in 0 hours and 35 minutes .

    On weekends, Megabus offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Madison.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Columbus to Madison

The coach takes an average of 48 minutes to cover the 27 miles from Columbus to Madison. However, the fastest coach only takes 35 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.

"Because many passengers travel from Columbus to Madison at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 12:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Columbus to Madison, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Columbus to Madison. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Columbus, WI to Madison, WI; ticket prices start at £29.47.

City Information

Madison

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 Madison. The building features a lakeview terrace filled with colorful 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 bus/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 Columbus?

Main departure station: 359 N Ludington St

Most coaches depart from the main station in Columbus.

All coach stations in Columbus:

  • 359 N Ludington St

Where does the coach arrive in Madison?

Main arrival station: Phillips 66

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Madison.

Coach stations in Madison:

  • Phillips 66

  • University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center

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