How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Milwaukee start at R 1 831. The average price for this route is around R 2 692. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Milwaukee is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1468 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Milwaukee at 08:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Milwaukee produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Milwaukee from R 1 771 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Milwaukee on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	02:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	08:40	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	18:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	10:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	18:25	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Milwaukee on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	08:40	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	18:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	02:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	10:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	18:25	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Milwaukee on 2 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	10:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	08:40	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Fastest
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 10h	23:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	02:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 11h	10:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Milwaukee on 3 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	08:40	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	CheapestFastest
	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 8h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	18:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 8h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	10:50	Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Milwaukee on 5 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	08:40	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	CheapestFastest
	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 8h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	18:45	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 8h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	02:20	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:14 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 831, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1468 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 831 - R 5 819	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 264 - R 9 166	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 133kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Milwaukee?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Milwaukee

A
Milwaukee Airport
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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Milwaukee by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Milwaukee start at R 1 831. The average price for this route is around R 2 692. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Milwaukee?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Milwaukee is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1468 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Milwaukee at 08:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Milwaukee produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from New Orleans to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Milwaukee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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R 5 428

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R 2 292

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Milwaukee was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 292

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 292 to R 18 748 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 292, which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually Amtrak 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.