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Trip Overview

The average bus between Madison and Northern Illinois University takes 6h 17m and the fastest bus takes 6h 15m. The bus service runs several times per day from Madison to Northern Illinois University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 17m
Duration
225 mi
Distance
$67
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Madison to Northern Illinois University bus times

Buses run twice daily between Madison and Northern Illinois University. The earliest departure is at 1:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Madison is at 9:30 AM which arrives into Northern Illinois University at 3:50 PM. All services require a transfer at W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 15m • 1 change
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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 20m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 15m • 1 change
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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 20m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 15m • 1 change
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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 20m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 15m • 1 change
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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 20m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 15m • 1 change
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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 20m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 15m • 1 change
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    Rockland CoachesGreyhound USA6h 20m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Madison to Northern Illinois University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Madison to Northern Illinois University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 225.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Northern Illinois University, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to Northern Illinois University via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, Chicago Bus Station, and Dekalb in around 6h 58m.

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