Bus from Milwaukee to Effingham: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Milwaukee to Effingham on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tornado BusBus
Agencia De Viajes Mexico
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Effingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 8 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
8h 26mAverage Duration
439 kmDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$204 - $234Average Duration6h 55m
11kg CO₂e
Average Price$82 - $162Average Duration8h 26m
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Effingham 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 Milwaukee to Effingham?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Effingham start from $204. The average price for this route is around $204. 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 Milwaukee to Effingham?

    The average bus travel time from Milwaukee to Effingham is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 437 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Effingham route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Effingham at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    A bus trip from Milwaukee to Effingham generates an estimated 11 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 Milwaukee to Effingham?

    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 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Effingham was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $223

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

You can expect to pay from $223 to $223 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2025-12-02.

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