Bus Tickets from Milwaukee to Washington (DC), US

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TodayJun 7
TomorrowJun 8
from US$152
MonJun 9
TueJun 10
WedJun 11
from US$90
ThuJun 12
from US$152
FriJun 13
from US$151
SatJun 14

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Springfield Bus Stop, VA
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Milwaukee
    Departure location: Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Washington

Bus
Average PriceUS$78 - US$325Average Duration1d 6h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$150 - US$572Average Duration1d 2h
93kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Milwaukee to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
US$150Cheapest ticket
93kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Milwaukee to Washington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$150
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses26
Earliest bus departure3:20am
Distance1020 km
Latest bus departure9:55pm

Milwaukee to Washington Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Milwaukee to Washington from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Washington from Milwaukee, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Milwaukee - Washington (DC), US

  1. How long is the bus trip from Milwaukee to Washington?

    The bus ride from Milwaukee to Washington takes 1d 6h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Washington in 22h 10m

  2. How far is Milwaukee from Washington?

    The distance covered from Milwaukee to Washington is 1023 km (634 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Milwaukee to Washington?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Milwaukee Airport, in Milwaukee, and end it at Union Station, in Washington.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Washington?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Milwaukee to Washington. With a starting ticket price of US$78, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Milwaukee to Washington?

    The bus fare from Milwaukee to Washington is approximately US$150.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Milwaukee to Washington?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Milwaukee until 9:55pm and reaching Washington on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-05
US$74
06-06
US$129
Today
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06-08
US$144
06-09
US$84
06-10
US$107
06-11
US$84
06-12
US$144
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Washington was searched and found on Jun 5, 2025 with a price of US$74

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$74 to US$194 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$84 which is on 2025-06-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Milwaukee and Washington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Milwaukee to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Milwaukee to Washington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Milwaukee to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Washington?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Milwaukee to Washington

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Train from Milwaukee to Washington

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