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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | City of Portland | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | City of Portland | Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | City of Portland | Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Milwaukee
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours and with fares starting at just $260, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Portland and Milwaukee?
Stops in Portland
- A
Greyhound Station Portland Maine
389 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102, USA
Stops in Milwaukee
- B433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
- C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portland, ME 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 Portland to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Milwaukee start from $139. The average price for this route is around $188. 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 Portland to Milwaukee?
The average bus trip duration from Portland to Milwaukee is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 884 miles (1426 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Milwaukee route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Milwaukee at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Portland to Milwaukee generates an estimated 36 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 Portland 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland 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 Portland to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland 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.
The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Milwaukee was searched and found on Jan 4, 2026 with a price of $153To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Portland, ME to Milwaukee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $153 to $153 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Milwaukee based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2026-01-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, ME to Milwaukee?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
