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Trains from Chicago to Madison

🚂 Experience the scenic journey from Chicago to Madison by train, a trip that takes approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 152-mile distance. 🚌 To continue the journey seamlessly, board a bus towards Madison that takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes. The bus, operated by Van Galder, departs from Chicago Amtrak/Union Station and arrives at 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride.

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There are over 77 hotels to stay in Madison. Prices range from $52 per night.

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  • There is one main company that provides the train route from Chicago to Madison. The route takes approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes to cover a distance of 152 miles. To complete the journey, passengers will need to take a bus towards Madison, which typically takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes. The bus service is operated by Van Galder and departs from Chicago Amtrak/Union Station, arriving at 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride.
  • The fastest way to travel between Chicago and Madison is by taking the train route that covers the distance in approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes. To complete the journey, passengers will then need to take a bus towards Madison, which typically takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes. The bus service operated by Van Galder departs from Chicago Amtrak/Union Station and arrives at 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride for a seamless connection to complete the trip.
  • There is a single train route available between Chicago and Madison. The train journey takes approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes to cover the distance of 152 miles. After arriving at the designated station in Madison, passengers can then transfer onto a bus operated by Van Galder to reach their final destination, which takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes. This seamless connection ensures a convenient and efficient travel experience for passengers making the trip between Chicago and Madison.
  • The first train of the day from Chicago to Madison typically departs early in the morning to accommodate passengers starting their journeys. The last train departing from Chicago towards Madison usually runs in the evening, providing travelers with a convenient option for later departures. The entire journey, including the train ride and bus transfer, takes approximately 6 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Passengers can check the specific schedules on the Van Galder website for precise timing details.
  • There is typically one direct train trip each day between Chicago and Madison. This direct route takes around 3 hours and 33 minutes to cover the distance of 152 miles. In addition to the train journey, passengers will need to take a bus towards Madison, which adds approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes to the total travel time. Travelers can check the Van Galder website for the specific daily schedule of this direct train trip.

Will you be returning to Chicago by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Madison to Chicago

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