What is the cheapest way to get from Madison to Batavia?

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Batavia is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madison to Batavia?

The fastest way to get from Madison to Batavia is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Batavia?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Batavia. However, there are services departing from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and arriving at Batavia Ave & Wilson St via Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D, Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop A and Geneva Metra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Madison to Batavia?

The distance between Madison and Batavia is 204 miles. The road distance is 123.7 miles.

How do I travel from Madison to Batavia without a car?

The best way to get from Madison to Batavia without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 39m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Madison to Batavia?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Madison to Batavia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Batavia bus from?

Madison to Batavia bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Where does the Madison to Batavia bus arrive?

Madison to Batavia bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures station.

Can I drive from Madison to Batavia?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Batavia is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Madison to Batavia.

Where can I stay near Batavia?

There are 110+ hotels available in Batavia.

Madison to Batavia - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Madison to Batavia by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
6h 39m
$33–66
Drive 123 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Bataviacar 123 mi
2h 12m
$23–33
Bus, train via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Genevatrain
7h 2m
$42–84
Bus, train via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
6h 58m
$31–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus 603
7h 21m
$30–64

Madison to Batavia by bus and train

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6h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.9 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Batavia, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to Batavia Ave & Wilson St via O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D, Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop A, Geneva Metra Station, and Geneva Metra in around 7h 21m.

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