The cheapest and fastest buses from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
19 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
742 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
It's difficult to get from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV without transferring at least 2 times.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $209. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $209, and a train costs an average of $248.
Distance: 461 miles (742 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$209 Average price Cheapest | $248 Average price |
19h 55m Average total duration 19h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 1m Average total duration Fastest 17h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:10 PM Milwaukee, WI | 15h15 | 9:25 AM Charleston, WV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 9:00 AM Milwaukee, WI | 19h30 | 4:30 AM Charleston, WV | 2 transfers | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV
Buses from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV run on average 2 times per day, taking around 19h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $209 (€169) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 09:15, the last at 09:20. The fastest bus covers the 461 miles (742 km) distance in 19h 25m.
Distance 461 miles (742 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $209 (€169) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 25m |
First bus 09:15 |
Last bus 09:20 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Best day to book ahead 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WVYou can travel by bus between Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV with FlixBus for as low as $209 (€169). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI to Charleston, WV by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charleston, WV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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