How to travel from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $84. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $84, and a train costs an average of $119.

Distance: 441 miles (710 km)

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$177

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$108

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$120

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9h 38m

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11h 45m

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11h 15m

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The cheapest way to travel from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI is a bus with an average price of $108 (€87).

This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI:

A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI costing on average $177 (€142).

A bus is $92 (€74) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI costing on average $200 (€161).

The fastest way to travel from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Milwaukee, WI take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 8m.

Bus takes on average 11h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kansas City, MO and Milwaukee, WI including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users.

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from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI

How to get from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+Greyhound
    4:10 AM14h35
    Kansas City, Jefferson Lines
    6:45 PMMilwaukee, Intermodal Station
    $991One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+Greyhound
    4:10 AM14h35
    Kansas City, Jefferson Lines
    6:45 PMMilwaukee, Intermodal Station
    $991One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+Greyhound
    4:10 AM14h15
    Kansas City, Jefferson Lines
    6:25 PMMilwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI
    $1001One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound ·
    8:40 AM15h10
    Kansas City, Jefferson Lines
    11:50 PMMilwaukee, Intermodal Station
    $991One-way
    2 transfers
  • Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    3:50 PM16h40
    Kansas City, Jefferson Lines
    8:30 AMMilwaukee, Intermodal Station
    $1001One-way
    2 transfers
  • Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 PM18h45
    Kansas City, Jefferson Lines
    10:35 AMMilwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop), WI
    $1051One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI

Travel to Milwaukee, WI easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI.

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There are 3 options to travel between Kansas City, MO and Milwaukee, WI including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI is a bus with an average price of $108 (€87).

This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI:

A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI costing on average $177 (€142).

A bus is $92 (€74) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI costing on average $200 (€161).

The fastest way to travel from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Milwaukee, WI take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 8m.

Bus takes on average 11h 15m.

The distance from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI is approximately 441 miles (710 km).
The average frequency per day from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI is:
  • Around 43 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kansas City, MO and Milwaukee, WI as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI:
  • Flights mostly depart from Kansas City International Airport and arrive in General Mitchell International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Kansas City Station, Kansas City, MO and arrive in Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kansas City, Jefferson Lines and arrive in Milwaukee, Intermodal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Milwaukee, WI by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Milwaukee, WI by train.
Omio customers who travel from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI often also extend their vacation to go to Chicago, IL, Minneapolis, MN, Madison, WI, Glenview, IL, Bensenville, IL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milwaukee, WI and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milwaukee, WI to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Milwaukee, WI, it is recommended to spend 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore its vibrant arts scene, enjoy local breweries, visit the Milwaukee Art Museum, and experience the historic Third Ward district.
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