Bus from New York City to Milwaukee: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE AirportCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE AirportFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.No tags
FlixBusBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:16 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City 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 1 day, 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

61bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
1201 kmDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$143 - $753Average Duration1d 5h
30kg CO₂e
Average Price$145 - $2,966Average Duration23h 54m
107kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Milwaukee by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Milwaukee?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Milwaukee start from $143. The average price for this route is around $225. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Milwaukee?

    The average bus travel time from New York City to Milwaukee is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1201 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Milwaukee route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Milwaukee?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Milwaukee at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee?

    A bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from New York City to Milwaukee?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Milwaukee?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Milwaukee?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Milwaukee?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-27
$362
11-28
$457
Today
$529
11-30
$476
12-01
$360
12-02
$210
12-03
$183
12-04
$188
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Milwaukee was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $183

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

You can expect to pay from $183 to $735 for a bus ticket from New York City to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $183 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus 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 New York City to Milwaukee?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

People from around the world trust Busbud