How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Milwaukee start from $100. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 New York City to Milwaukee?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Milwaukee is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 745 miles (1201 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , New York Trailways .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Milwaukee?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Milwaukee at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee?

A bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee generates an estimated 30 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 New York City to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Milwaukee?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New York City to Milwaukee from $109 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 12h	11:40am	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 12h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags
	Bus	10:35pm	GW Bridge	1d 2h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:35pm	GW Bridge	1d 13h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Milwaukee on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 2h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 10m	1:50pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	23h 30m	2:10pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	5:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	11:10am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

61bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

745 milesDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $525	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$101 - $2,069	Average Duration23h 54m	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Milwaukee?

Stops in New York City

A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, 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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,458 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 New York City Milwaukee recent customer reviews

100% recomendable.

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January 5, 2019

New York Trailways

4/54,416 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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 New York City to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Milwaukee start from $100. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 New York City to Milwaukee?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Milwaukee is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 745 miles (1201 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Milwaukee at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from New York City to Milwaukee generates an estimated 30 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 New York City to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Milwaukee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, 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

11/25

$189

11/26

$299

Today

$252

11/28

$193

11/29

$297

11/30

$305

12/01

$193

12/02

$142

The cheapest trip from New York City to Milwaukee was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $142

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

You can expect to pay from $142 to $439 for a bus ticket from New York City to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $142 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus 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.