How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Cincinnati?

The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Cincinnati start from $66. The average price for this route is around $102. 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 Milwaukee to Cincinnati?

The average bus travel time from Milwaukee to Cincinnati is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 506 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Cincinnati route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Cincinnati at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Milwaukee to Cincinnati generates an estimated 13 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 Milwaukee to Cincinnati?

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 87435 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

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 Milwaukee to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Milwaukee to Cincinnati from $61 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Cincinnati on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	11h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:10pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	8h 35m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	12h 55m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	8h 55m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	16h 25m	12:40pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Cincinnati on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	11h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:10pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	8h 35m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	12h 55m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	8h 55m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	16h 25m	12:40pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Cincinnati on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	11h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:10pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	8h 35m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	12h 55m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	8h 55m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	16h 25m	12:40pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Cincinnati on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	8h 55m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:10pm	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	8h 35m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	12h 55m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	11h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	16h 25m	12:40pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Cincinnati on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	11h 45m	9:45pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:30am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	9h 35m	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	12h 55m	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:20pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	11h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	16h 25m	12:40pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:41 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

11h 35mAverage Duration

506 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$66 - $493	Average Duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$121 - $568	Average Duration12h 27m	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Milwaukee and Cincinnati?

Stops in Milwaukee

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

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,739 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Cincinnati 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 Milwaukee to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Cincinnati start from $66. The average price for this route is around $102. 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 Milwaukee to Cincinnati?
The average bus travel time from Milwaukee to Cincinnati is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 506 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Milwaukee to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Cincinnati at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from Milwaukee to Cincinnati generates an estimated 13 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 Milwaukee to Cincinnati?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Cincinnati?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Milwaukee to Cincinnati?
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 Milwaukee to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12-23

$184

12-24

$144

Today

$114

12-26

$166

12-27

$144

12-28

$169

12-29

$160

12-30

$106

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Cincinnati was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $106

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

You can expect to pay from $106 to $184 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2025-12-30.