How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Milwaukee start at R 1 939. The average price for this route is around R 3 235. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Milwaukee is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1137 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Milwaukee at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Milwaukee produces an estimated 28 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 Philadelphia to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Milwaukee from R 1 927 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	21h 40m	14:10	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	21h 20m	13:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 1h	17:35	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 6h	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	21h 20m	13:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 25m	02:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	1d	11:10	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	21h 40m	14:10	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 12/31/2025 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 1 day, 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 939, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

51bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1137 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 939 - R 7 729	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 251 - R 38 161	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Milwaukee?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

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

FlixBus

3.5/511 954 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 488 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Milwaukee start at R 1 939. The average price for this route is around R 3 235. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Milwaukee is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1137 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Milwaukee at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Milwaukee produces an estimated 28 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 Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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

05/01

R 2 938

06/01

R 1 877

Today

R 1 927

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R 2 062

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 877

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 877 to R 2 954 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 062, which is on 2026-01-08.