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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | El Cerrito del Norte BART | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $324, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Milwaukee and Oakland?
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
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- B
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA - C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612 - D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Oakland 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 Milwaukee to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Oakland start from $324. The average price for this route is around $473. 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 Milwaukee to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Milwaukee to Oakland is 2d 13h, covering a distance of 2948 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 16h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Oakland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Milwaukee to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Oakland at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Oakland?
A bus trip from Milwaukee to Oakland generates an estimated 74 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Milwaukee to Oakland?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Milwaukee to Oakland?
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 Oakland?
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.
The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Oakland was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $308To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Milwaukee to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $308 to $312 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $308 which is on 2026-01-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Oakland?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
