The cheapest and fastest buses from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
23 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 3 buses that leave Milwaukee, WI for New York, NY on Sun, Jan 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 18 the direct buses cover the 1178 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jan 18 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, and a flight costs an average of €83.
Distance: 731 miles (1178 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€114 Average price Cheapest | €222 Average price | €277 Average price |
22h 44m Average total duration 22h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 38m Average total duration 22h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 31h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 26h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 39h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 37h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $179 |
Live departures
Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY buses for today, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:25 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 37h50 | 11:15 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:25 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 31h15 | 4:40 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:25 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 37h20 | 10:45 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:25 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 30h10 | 3:35 PM New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:25 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 23h40 | 9:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:25 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 38h35 | 12:00 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 9:25 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 25h20 | 10:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 26h50 | 5:50 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 24h30 | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 27h00 | 6:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 34h50 | 1:50 AM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 26h05 | 5:05 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 29h05 | 8:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 35h00 | 2:00 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 34h25 | 1:25 AM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 28h50 | 7:50 PM New York, NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 25h45 | 5:05 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 24h10 | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 26h40 | 6:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 28h45 | 8:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 34h30 | 1:50 AM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 34h05 | 1:25 AM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 26h30 | 5:50 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 34h40 | 2:00 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 28h30 | 7:50 PM New York, NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 24h40 | 10:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 9:20 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 24h00 | 9:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 9:20 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 24h30 | 9:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 9:20 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 24h55 | 10:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 24h05 | 9:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 9:40 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 24h10 | 9:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 24h20 | 10:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 9:40 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 24h35 | 10:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 9:40 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 23h40 | 9:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 23h45 | 9:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 AM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 42h15 | 7:50 PM New York, NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 1:35 AM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 45h40 | 11:15 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 1:35 AM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 33h10 | 10:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:35 AM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 39h05 | 4:40 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 1:35 AM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 45h10 | 10:45 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 1:35 AM Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI | 31h25 | 9:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 1:55 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 45h20 | 11:15 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:55 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 36h55 | 2:50 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:55 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 31h10 | 9:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:55 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 38h45 | 4:40 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 1:55 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 44h50 | 10:45 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 41h55 | 7:50 PM New York, NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 1:55 AM Milwaukee, Intermodal Station | 46h05 | 12:00 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY
Buses from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY run on average 29 times per day, taking around 22h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 731 miles (1178 km) distance in 23h 40m.
Distance 731 miles (1178 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Buses per day 29 |
Fastest bus 23h 40m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY start from as low as $89 (€72) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $142 (€114) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 29 daily trains from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 23h 40m but the average duration is 22h 14m
Train Operators
- Travel from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY with FlixBus and Greyhound
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is FlixBus.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Milwaukee, Intermodal Station and arrive in New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
- First train typically departs at 01:30 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NYYou can travel by bus between Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $89 (€72). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Statue of Liberty, an iconic symbol of freedom and democracy located on Liberty Island
- Central Park, a vast urban park offering scenic landscapes, walking paths, and recreational activities
- Times Square, a bustling commercial and entertainment hub known for its bright lights and Broadway theaters
- Empire State Building, a historic skyscraper offering panoramic views of the city from its observation decks
- Metropolitan Museum of Art, one of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world, featuring diverse collections spanning thousands of years.
- Broadway, a famous theater district known for its high-quality productions and musicals
- Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Brooklyn, known for their unique culture, food, and art scenes
- Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, a poignant tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks
- Take a ferry to Ellis Island, the historic gateway for millions of immigrants to the United States
- Enjoy a food tour in Manhattan, sampling diverse cuisines from around the world.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milwaukee, WI to New York, NY
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
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