How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Washington start at R 1 533. The average price for this route is around R 2 037. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Milwaukee to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Milwaukee to Washington is 1d , covering a distance of 1051 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milwaukee to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Washington at 03:20. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Washington?

A bus trip from Milwaukee to Washington produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Milwaukee to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Milwaukee to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Milwaukee to Washington from R 1 496 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Washington on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	21h 35m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:40	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	18h 50m	11:30	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	19h 10m	11:30	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	1d 6h	02:55	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	1d	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Washington on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	03:25	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	1d 3h	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:40	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	18h 50m	11:30	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:25	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	22h 30m	02:55	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:00	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	20h 45m	06:45	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	15:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	1d 9h	01:40	Dupont Circle	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Washington on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	21h 35m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:40	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	18h 50m	11:30	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:25	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	22h 30m	02:55	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:00	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	20h 45m	06:45	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	15:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	1d 9h	01:40	Dupont Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:56 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Milwaukee to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day and with fares starting at just R 1 533, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

1d Average duration

1051 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 533 - R 6 534	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 622 - R 21 563	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Milwaukee and Washington?

Stops in Milwaukee

A
Milwaukee Airport
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B
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
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Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
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E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512 043 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Washington start at R 1 533. The average price for this route is around R 2 037. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Milwaukee to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Milwaukee to Washington is 1d , covering a distance of 1051 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milwaukee to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Washington at 03:20. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Washington?
A bus trip from Milwaukee to Washington produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Milwaukee to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Milwaukee to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12/01

R 1 664

13/01

R 1 664

Today

R 2 354

15/01

R 1 664

16/01

R 1 664

17/01

R 1 664

18/01

R 1 748

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The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 664

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 664 to R 2 926 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 664, which is on 2026-01-15.

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.