Bus from Milwaukee to Effingham: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Effingham on January 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tornado BusBus
Agencia De Viajes Mexico
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)CheapestFastest
Tornado BusBus
Agencia De Viajes Mexico
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:34 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Effingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 55mAverage Duration
271 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$143 - $174Average Duration6h 55m
11kg CO₂e
Average Price$48 - $165Average Duration8h 50m
39kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Effingham by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Effingham start from $143. The average price for this route is around $164. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    The average bus trip duration from Milwaukee to Effingham is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 271 miles (437 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Effingham route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Effingham at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    A bus trip from Milwaukee to Effingham generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Effingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
01/05
$155
01/06
$135
Today
$135
01/08
$135
01/09
$135
01/10
$135
01/11
$135
01/12
$135
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Effingham was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $135

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

You can expect to pay from $135 to $155 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $135 which is on 2026-01-08.

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