Bus from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Milwaukee on November 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE AirportNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:50 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 10 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
10h 15mAverage Duration
405 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$71 - $319Average Duration10h 15m
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$92 - $283Average Duration9h 23m
37kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee by bus

  1. What is the travel distance from Detroit to Milwaukee?

    The distance covered from Detroit to Milwaukee is 406 km (252 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Detroit to Milwaukee?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Detroit Bus Station, in Detroit, and end it at Milwaukee Airport, in Milwaukee.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-24
$117
11-25
$227
Today
$217
11-27
$106
11-28
$99
11-29
$125
11-30
$178
12-01
$109
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $99

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $99 to $328 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Greyhound, Indian Trails will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee?

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