How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Milwaukee start from $143. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 New York City to Milwaukee?

The average bus travel time from New York City to Milwaukee is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1181 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 62 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , New York Trailways .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Milwaukee?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Milwaukee at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee?

A bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee generates an estimated 30 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 New York City to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4417 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Milwaukee?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New York City to Milwaukee from $173 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:35pm	GW Bridge	1d 2h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 4h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 12h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:35pm	GW Bridge	1d 13h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 1h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 10m	1:50pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 3h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 1h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:00pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	1d 6h	5:35pm	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 10m	1:50pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 3h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 1h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 10m	1:50pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 3h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 1h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 30m	2:10pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:50am	GW Bridge	1d 6h	11:40am	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 10m	1:50pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 3h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 1h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 2h	5:05pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	8:00pm	GW Bridge	1d 4h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 3h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 3h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags
	Bus	8:00pm	GW Bridge	1d 4h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 3h	6:25pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 10m	1:50pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 3h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 1h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 30m	2:10pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:06 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 23 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

23h 54mAverage Duration

1179 kmDistance

107kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$143 - $698	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$144 - $1,584	Average Duration23h 54m	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Milwaukee?

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Stops in Milwaukee

A
Milwaukee Airport
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B
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,507 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54,417 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City 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 New York City to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Milwaukee start from $143. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 New York City to Milwaukee?
The average bus travel time from New York City to Milwaukee is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1181 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 62 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Milwaukee at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee generates an estimated 30 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 New York City to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4417 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Milwaukee?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, 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.

Best price found

12-01

$395

12-02

$270

Today

$286

12-04

$270

12-05

$225

12-06

$200

12-07

$211

12-08

$193

The cheapest trip from New York City to Milwaukee was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $193

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

You can expect to pay from $193 to $396 for a bus ticket from New York City to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $193 which is on 2025-12-08.