Facts about the transport from Madison to Chicago
| Cheapest Transport | $44 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 2m |
| Earliest Departure | 1:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 5:50 PM |
| Departures per day | 53 |
| Distance | 171 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Coach USA, United Airlines |
Madison to Chicago
Best Options
$45
$424
Other Options
Transportation from Madison to Chicago
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Buses$ 44
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Flights$ 297
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
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How to get from Madison to Chicago
Travelling between Madison and Chicago is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 423.04 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 44.19.
How long does it take to get from Madison to Chicago?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 4 hours to travel between Madison and Chicago depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Madison and Chicago. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 2m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 3h 25m to reach Chicago.
How much does it cost to get from Madison to Chicago?
Travelling between Madison and Chicago can be as cheap as USD 44.19 if you opt for a Coach USA bus and as expensive as USD 423.04 if you buy a United Airlines flight ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Madison and Chicago ?
- 48 from Madison to Chicago starting from 01:30 Madison Dayton St until 17:50 Madison Dutch Mill Park and Ride
- 5 from Madison to Chicago starting from 06:30 Madison Airport until 17:35 Madison Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Madison to Chicago.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Flights
Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Madison to Chicago, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 297.00.Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Madison and Chicago
United Airlines
Bus
Travelling from Madison to Chicago overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Madison and Chicago
Coach USA
What is the most popular transport to get from Madison to Chicago?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus