Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA to Milwaukee, WI

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Milwaukee

Average PriceUS$146 - US$529Average Duration2d 15h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$213 - US$632Average Duration3d
254kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Milwaukee

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$146, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
2d 15hAverage Duration
US$146Cheapest ticket
70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego to Milwaukee: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$239
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 15h
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure5:50am
Distance2793 km
Latest bus departure7:35pm

San Diego to Milwaukee Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from San Diego to Milwaukee is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from San Diego to Milwaukee will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Milwaukee

  1. How long does it take to get to Milwaukee from San Diego by bus?

    The typical travel time from San Diego to Milwaukee by bus is around 2d 15h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Milwaukee in 2d 7h

  2. What is the distance between San Diego and Milwaukee?

    The distance covered from San Diego to Milwaukee is 2797 km (1734 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego, and end it at Milwaukee Airport, in Milwaukee.

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

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from San Diego to Milwaukee. Starting at US$146, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much is the bus from San Diego to Milwaukee?

    The bus fare from San Diego to Milwaukee is approximately US$239.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from San Diego to Milwaukee?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from San Diego until 7:35pm and reaching Milwaukee 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
05-19
US$205
05-20
US$286
Today
US$451
05-22
US$207
05-23
US$158
05-24
US$232
05-25
No data
05-26
US$178
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego to Milwaukee was searched and found on May 23, 2025 with a price of US$158

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

You can expect to pay from US$158 to US$451 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$158 which is on 2025-05-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Diego to Milwaukee.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Diego to Milwaukee, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 San Diego to Milwaukee.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to Milwaukee?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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