How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Minneapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Minneapolis start from $37. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Milwaukee to Minneapolis?

The average bus trip duration from Milwaukee to Minneapolis is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 287 miles (463 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Minneapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Badger Bus , Jefferson Lines , Greyhound , Megabus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Minneapolis at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Milwaukee to Minneapolis generates an estimated 12 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 Milwaukee to Minneapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Badger Bus , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badger Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Milwaukee to Minneapolis?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Badger Bus , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Minneapolis?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badger Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Milwaukee to Minneapolis from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Minneapolis on March 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:55am	St. Paul & N5th	8h 30m	5:25pm	Minneapolis (U of MN - Huron Blvd)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	6h 20m	6:30am	Minneapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	8h 55m	6:15pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:05am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	7h 10m	6:15pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	No tags
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines	Bus	8:55am	St. Paul & N5th	12h 45m	9:40pm	MSP Airport T2 (Minneapolis International Airport)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:16 AM CST.

Get from Milwaukee to Minneapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

7h 40mAverage Duration

287 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Milwaukee and Minneapolis?

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

Stops in Minneapolis

A
Greyhound Station
950 Hawthorne Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
B
MSP Airport
Ground Transportation Center, Terminal 1, 6498 34th Ave S, St Paul, MN 55111, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,269 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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.

Badger Bus

4/547 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.1

Jefferson Lines

4/5766 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.3

Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.

Jefferson Lines Milwaukee Minneapolis recent customer reviews

Prompt, comfortable seats, appreciate WiFi, nice 15 stop.

Mary L.

August 27, 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587,524 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Milwaukee Minneapolis recent customer reviews

Someone was smoking on the bus, there was an obnoxious lady yelling, a person playing music on their phone the ENTIRE ride, and it being hot

Fabiola L.

November 28, 2024

The bus driver Was kind and very helpful. He pulled over between Tomah and MInneapolis because some jerk was smoking on the bus. The bus got quite cold after Tomah- the bus driver indicated the door doesn’t always close properly. Also, some woman was talking on her phone on speaker phone... not really respectful. And overall ok experience for the price.

Dorothy P.

January 16, 2020

The bus was a sauna. The heat was turned up way to high because of one person's request.. The heat was not turned down after asked... Everyone on bus complained about it. The entire right side of bus had no working outlets lights and the vents barely worked... Not accommodating at all.

Taylor K.

November 28, 2019

Megabus

3.5/5419 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.4

Traveling with Megabus from Milwaukee to Minneapolis is an affordable and reliable way to reach your destination. The company provides amenities like comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi (on most buses), ensuring a comfortable journey. Discover an easy and budget-friendly travel option to Minneapolis with Megabus. Tickets start at just $53, with an average price of around $53, making it an accessible choice for travelers.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Minneapolis 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 Milwaukee to Minneapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Minneapolis start from $37. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Milwaukee to Minneapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Milwaukee to Minneapolis is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 287 miles (463 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Minneapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Badger Bus, Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Megabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milwaukee to Minneapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Minneapolis at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Minneapolis?
A bus trip from Milwaukee to Minneapolis generates an estimated 12 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 Milwaukee to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Minneapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badger Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Milwaukee to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Minneapolis?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badger Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

02/27

$35

02/28

$71

Today

$73

03/02

$35

03/03

$35

03/04

$35

03/05

$35

03/06

$35

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Minneapolis was searched and found on Feb 27, 2026 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $156 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-03-02.