How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Milwaukee start from $51. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Milwaukee is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 322 miles (519 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Milwaukee at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

A bus trip from St. Louis to Milwaukee generates an estimated 13 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?

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

Bus St. Louis to Milwaukee from $48 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for St. Louis to Milwaukee on February 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Gateway Station	15h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	11:00pm	Gateway Station	13h 25m	12:25pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
	11:00pm	Gateway Station	13h 42m	12:42pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:00am	Gateway Station	16h 45m	6:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	11:00pm	Gateway Station	13h 42m	12:42pm	Intermodal Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 8 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

8h 18mAverage Duration

327 milesDistance

48kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $114	Average Duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $137	Average Duration8h 18m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Milwaukee?

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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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

3.5/512,200 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

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.

Amtrak

4/55,758 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,521 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 St. Louis Milwaukee recent customer reviews

There was was 1 hour and 15 minutes late. No notifications were sent out .

Sameeha O.

May 5, 2017

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Sridhar A.

September 3, 2016

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Milwaukee start from $51. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Milwaukee is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 322 miles (519 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Milwaukee at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Milwaukee generates an estimated 13 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Milwaukee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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

02/08

$91

02/09

$80

Today

$90

02/11

$68

02/12

$48

02/13

$67

02/14

$83

02/15

$66

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Milwaukee was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $266 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2026-02-12.

Usually Amtrak 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.