Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Milwaukee

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Next departures from San Francisco to Milwaukee on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
    		Mission St & Fremont St
    		Intermodal StationCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		San Francisco Bus Station
      		Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.Fastest
      Amtrak
        		Mission St & Fremont St
        		Intermodal StationNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
          		San Francisco Bus Station
          		Milwaukee Mitchell MKE AirportNo tags
          Amtrak
            		Mission St & Fremont St
            		Intermodal StationNo tags

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            Get from San Francisco to Milwaukee

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 2 days, 20 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$311, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            8bus per day
            2d 20hAverage duration
            1833 milesDistance
            74kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus San Francisco, US to Milwaukee: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$344
            Average bus trip duration2d 20h
            Number of daily buses8
            Earliest bus departure08:30
            Distance1833 miles
            Latest bus departure22:40

            San Francisco to Milwaukee Bus

            Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Francisco to Milwaukee.

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

            Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Milwaukee from San Francisco, 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 Francisco, US - Milwaukee

            1. How far is Milwaukee from San Francisco by coach?

              The distance between San Francisco and Milwaukee by coach is approximately 1837 miles (2962 km).

            2. What is the best way to go from San Francisco to Milwaukee without flying?

              You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Milwaukee was searched and found on 2 Nov 2025 with a price of US$294

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

            You can expect to pay from US$294 to US$1,576 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$294, which is on 2025-11-02.

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            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Milwaukee, 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 San Francisco to Milwaukee.

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            Did you know?

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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