Next departures for Milwaukee to Washington on November 19
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)
Springfield Bus Stop, VA
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)
Union Station
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
Springfield Bus Stop, VA
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
Springfield Bus Stop, VA
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
Union Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Washington
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 22 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
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.
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E - 10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F - Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US by bus
How far is Milwaukee from Washington?
About 634 miles (1023 km) separate Milwaukee and Washington.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Milwaukee to Washington?
Most of the buses traveling from Milwaukee to Washington leave from Milwaukee Airport and arrive at Union Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?
Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Washington National Cathedral, National Museum of American History, National Air and Space Museum, The White House and Georgetown.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/17
$87
11/18
$82
Today
$96
11/20
$98
11/21
$140
11/22
$96
11/23
$99
11/24
$115
The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $82
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 $82 to $220 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 $96 which is on 2025-11-22.
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 Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $82
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
