How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Milwaukee start at R 732. The average price for this route is around R 1 174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Detroit to Milwaukee?

The average bus journey time from Detroit to Milwaukee is 10h 15m, covering a distance of 403 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Indian Trails , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Milwaukee?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Milwaukee at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Milwaukee?

A bus trip from Detroit to Milwaukee produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Detroit to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Indian Trails , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Milwaukee?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Indian Trails has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Detroit to Milwaukee?

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 Detroit to Milwaukee?

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.

Bus Detroit to Milwaukee from R 868 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	10h 10m	08:35	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	12h 25m	10:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	13h 15m	11:40	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	14:10	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	7h 35m	13:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 45m	17:05	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	12:45	Detroit Bus Station	20h 35m	08:20	Milwaukee (Amtrak Intermodal)	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	14:10	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	7h 35m	13:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 45m	17:05	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	23h 20m	08:20	Milwaukee (Amtrak Intermodal)	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 45m	17:05	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	10h 10m	08:35	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 25m	16:45	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	12h 25m	10:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	12h 25m	10:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Cheapest
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	13h 5m	18:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	10h 10m	08:35	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	12h 45m	18:25	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	10h 10m	08:35	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	13h 5m	18:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	12:45	Detroit Bus Station	20h 35m	08:20	Milwaukee (Amtrak Intermodal)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	12h 45m	18:25	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	13h 15m	11:40	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	7h 35m	13:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	14:10	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 45m	17:05	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	14:10	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	7h 35m	13:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 45m	17:05	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	10h 10m	08:35	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:48 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 10 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 732, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

10h 15mAverage duration

403 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 732 - R 4 965	Average duration10h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 099 - R 3 397	Average duration9h 23m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Milwaukee?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Milwaukee

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

Compare bus companies

Indian Trails

4/534 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/511 543 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 417 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Milwaukee start at R 732. The average price for this route is around R 1 174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Detroit to Milwaukee?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to Milwaukee is 10h 15m, covering a distance of 403 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Indian Trails, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Milwaukee at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Detroit to Milwaukee produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Indian Trails, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Milwaukee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Indian Trails has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Detroit to Milwaukee?
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 Detroit to Milwaukee?
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.

Best price found

04/12

R 1 197

05/12

R 1 440

Today

R 1 241

07/12

R 1 319

08/12

R 920

09/12

R 868

10/12

R 876

11/12

R 998

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 868

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

You can expect to pay from R 868 to R 2 950 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 868, which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Indian Trails will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.