How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Milwaukee start from $159. The average price for this route is around $295. 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 Austin to Milwaukee?

The average bus travel time from Austin to Milwaukee is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1654 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Milwaukee?

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Milwaukee at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Austin to Milwaukee generates an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin to Milwaukee?

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 87500 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Austin to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Austin to Milwaukee from $150 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Milwaukee on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	Austin South Congress	1d 20h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Cheapest
	Bus	12:50pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	1d	1:07pm	Agencia De Viajes Mexico	Fastest
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:00pm	Downtown Austin	1d 22h	2:10pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Milwaukee on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:40pm	Downtown Austin	1d 22h	11:40am	Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)	Cheapest
Conexiones + Tornado Bus	Bus	1:24pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	23h 43m	1:07pm	Agencia De Viajes Mexico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Milwaukee on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
Conexiones + Tornado Bus	Bus	1:24pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	23h 43m	1:07pm	Agencia De Viajes Mexico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	1d	1:07pm	Agencia De Viajes Mexico	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Milwaukee on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	10:50am	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Cheapest
Conexiones + Tornado Bus	Bus	1:24pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	23h 43m	1:07pm	Agencia De Viajes Mexico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Milwaukee on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Downtown Austin	1d 23h	5:05pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
Conexiones + Tornado Bus	Bus	1:24pm	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	23h 43m	1:07pm	Agencia De Viajes Mexico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	8:40am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:21 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin 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 1 day, 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

1667 kmDistance

152kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$159 - $617	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$230 - $951	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 152kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Milwaukee?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Stops in Milwaukee

A
Milwaukee Airport
Visit page
B
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
Visit page
C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5173 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.9

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87518 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $160

Greyhound Austin Milwaukee recent customer reviews

WiFi don't work it was a 8 hour delay instead of a 28 hour ride it turn to a 42 hour trip

Ramone W.

October 14, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Valley Transit

3/539 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wi‑Fi2.8

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US 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 Austin to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Milwaukee start from $159. The average price for this route is around $295. 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 Austin to Milwaukee?
The average bus travel time from Austin to Milwaukee is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1654 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Milwaukee at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Austin to Milwaukee generates an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Milwaukee?
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Milwaukee?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Austin to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

01-25

$223

01-26

$345

Today

$593

01-28

$384

01-29

$310

01-30

$225

01-31

$384

02-01

$223

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Milwaukee was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $223

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

You can expect to pay from $223 to $593 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2026-02-01.

Usually Tornado Bus, Greyhound 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.