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Next departures for Columbus to Milwaukee on September 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	13h 45m	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	14h 35m	11:40am	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:30pm	100 E Rich St	13h 10m	11:40am	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:30pm	100 E Rich St	12h 40m	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:30pm	100 E Rich St	12h 20m	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport

Get from Columbus to Milwaukee

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 039, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

12h 5mAverage Duration

330 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Columbus and Milwaukee

Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, 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

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FlixBus

3.5/515,913 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/588,178 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH 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 Columbus to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Milwaukee start from R 1 039. The average price for this route is around R 1 491. 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 Columbus to Milwaukee?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Milwaukee is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 330 miles (532 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Milwaukee at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Columbus to Milwaukee generates an estimated 13.285749999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Columbus 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 15728 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus 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 has the most timely service from Columbus to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveler 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

09/25

R 1 003

09/26

R 1 254

Today

R 1 036

09/28

R 919

09/29

R 1 153

09/30

No data

10/01

No data

10/02

R 1 003

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Milwaukee was searched and found on Sep 28, 2026 with a price of R 919

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

You can expect to pay from R 919 to R 1 621 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 919 which is on 2026-09-28.