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Sparta to Madison Bus Schedule
Bus from Sparta to Madison: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Sparta to Madison. Traveling by bus from Sparta to Madison usually takes around 2 hours and 40 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 93 mi (149 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $25.99 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from Sparta to Madison?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sparta to Madison. Megabus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 1 | 2h 40m | $25.99 |
Book Megabus from Sparta to Madison from $26. Typically there is one Megabus schedule per day from Sparta to Madison and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Madison. In Sparta, Megabus departs to Madison from Amish Cheese House . In Madison, Megabus arrives at University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center .
An average trip on Megabus from Sparta to Madison takes 2 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Madison.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Sparta to Madison
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 93 miles from Sparta to Madison. 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Sparta to Madison. It leaves the station in Sparta at 4:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 bus leave from in Sparta?
Main departure station: Amish Cheese House
Most buses depart from the main station in Sparta.
All bus stations in Sparta:
Amish Cheese House
Where does the bus arrive in Madison?
Main arrival station: University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
All buses from Sparta arrive at one main station in Madison.
All bus stations in Madison:
University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
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