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Madison to Wausau Coach Timetable
Coach from Madison to Wausau: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Madison to Wausau. Traveling by coach from Madison to Wausau usually takes around 3 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 131 mi (211 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 55m |
| Cheapest price | £27.26 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Price trends for coaches from Madison to Wausau
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What coach companies travel from Madison to Wausau?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Madison to Wausau. 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.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 2 | 3h 5m | £27.26 |
Book Megabus from Madison to Wausau from £27. There are 2 Megabus schedules from Madison to Wausau and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Wausau. In Madison, Megabus departs to Wausau from University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center and 1 other station. In Wausau, Megabus arrives at Transit Ctr - 555 Jefferson St and no other station.
An average trip on Megabus from Madison to Wausau takes 3 hours and 5 minutes , while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to Wausau in 2 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Megabus offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Wausau.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Madison to Wausau
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 131 miles from Madison to Wausau. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 55 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 09:00 and the last coach leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all coaches from Madison to Wausau, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Madison?
Main departure station: Phillips 66
Madison has two coach stations with service to Wausau.
All coach stations in Madison:
Phillips 66
University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
Where does the coach arrive in Wausau?
Main arrival station: Transit Ctr - 555 Jefferson St
All coaches from Madison arrive at one main station in Wausau.
Coach stations in Wausau:
Transit Ctr - 555 Jefferson St
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