Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Milwaukee: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Milwaukee on January 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Henrico
Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE AirportFastest
Amtrak
Staples Mill Road
MKE Airport - TrainsNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.No tags
FlixBus
Henrico
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:36 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
1079 kmDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$141 - $640Average Duration1d 4h
27kg CO₂e
Average Price$263 - $3,340Average Duration1d 10h
97kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Milwaukee start from $141. The average price for this route is around $235. 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 Richmond to Milwaukee?

    The average bus travel time from Richmond to Milwaukee is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1079 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Milwaukee?

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Milwaukee at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

    A bus trip from Richmond to Milwaukee generates an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richmond 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 5696 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond 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.

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

    According to Busbud traveller 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
01-06
$173
01-07
$178
Today
$192
01-09
$198
01-10
$209
01-11
$233
01-12
No data
01-13
$166
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Milwaukee was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $166

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

You can expect to pay from $166 to $1,600 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2026-01-13.

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.

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