Find coaches from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Milwaukee on 19 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.Cheapest
FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE AirportFastest
FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Milwaukee

Bus
Average priceUS$45 - US$179Average duration10h 10m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$64 - US$161Average duration9h 52m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Milwaukee

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
10h 10mAverage duration
US$45Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Milwaukee: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$60
Average bus trip duration10h 10m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure06:40
Distance250 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Detroit to Milwaukee Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Milwaukee

  1. How far is Milwaukee from Detroit by coach?

    The distance between Detroit and Milwaukee by coach is approximately 252 miles (406 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Milwaukee from Detroit without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
16/09
US$52
17/09
US$44
Today
US$118
19/09
US$78
20/09
US$53
21/09
US$69
22/09
US$50
23/09
US$49
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee was searched and found on 17 Sept 2025 with a price of US$44

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

You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$170 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49, which is on 2025-09-23.

Usually Indian Trails, FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Detroit to Milwaukee but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Detroit to Milwaukee, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to Milwaukee will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Detroit to Milwaukee, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Detroit, MI by bus?

Bus from Milwaukee to Detroit, MI

You can also go to Milwaukee by train

Train from Detroit, MI to Milwaukee

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