How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Milwaukee start from $38. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Milwaukee is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 244 miles (392 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Milwaukee at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Milwaukee generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Indianapolis to Milwaukee?

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

Bus Indianapolis to Milwaukee from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Milwaukee on November 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:00pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	2:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35pm	Downtown Transit Center	5h 45m	2:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
	5:25pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Milwaukee on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 10m	6:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35pm	Downtown Transit Center	5h 45m	2:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
	5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	8h 10m	12:25pm	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	5:25pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Milwaukee on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35pm	Downtown Transit Center	5h 45m	2:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	5:25pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	8h 55m	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 30m	2:10pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Milwaukee on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	8h 55m	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35pm	Downtown Transit Center	5h 45m	2:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	5:25pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	8:35am	Downtown Transit Center	6h 35m	2:10pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:25 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

7h 20mAverage Duration

244 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $156	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$59 - $109	Average Duration9h 34m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Milwaukee?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Indianapolis Milwaukee recent customer reviews

I enjoyed my service from staff,n my ride was smooth sailing.Except sm1 was smoking on the bus! I'm just Glad the driver also made it clear to check n get it n order,so we continue to ride n Peace.

Donna H.

December 12, 2019

Bus didn’t make Chicago connection (insufficient margin for error left to account for peak-hour traffic) resulting in two and a half hour layover. This became four when a problem was discovered with the wheelchair hoist before boarding the next bus to Milwaukee. We were told a new bus would arrive within 15 minutes. It didn’t. Mechanical repairs ensued, and Greyhound stopped communicating with the passenger fleet. Repairs were unsuccessful and another bus was ordered (again). Finally left terminal 90 minutes after scheduled departure. Barely an apology from driver and nothing from Greyhound from the terminal.

Andrew S.

November 6, 2019

My last trip was horrible. On the way the driver veered into right lane , was notified by semi drive she was entering his lane. Upon arrival to Chicago the station was in deplorable condition, bathrooms nasty, no toilet paper, no paper towels, then no driver for most of the buses. Some people had been at station since 9pm the night before. Thank goodness I only had a 2 and a half hour wait. And the computer system was down so tickets could not be adjusted or reissued. This was an awful experience.

Linda N.

February 6, 2018

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Milwaukee start from $38. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Milwaukee is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 244 miles (392 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Milwaukee at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Milwaukee generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Indianapolis to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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

11/25

$143

11/26

$102

Today

$65

11/28

$71

11/29

$76

11/30

$72

12/01

$59

12/02

$42

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Milwaukee was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $177 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.