What is the travel distance from Milwaukee to San Diego?

About 1734 miles (2797 km) separate Milwaukee and San Diego.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Milwaukee to San Diego?

The majority of buses traveling from Milwaukee to San Diego start their journey at Milwaukee Airport and wind up at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Torrey Pines Gliderport, La Jolla Cove, SeaWorld San Diego, Coronado and Pacific Surf School.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 31 at 9:00pm
Departure city: Milwaukee
Departure location: Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield)
Arrival time: August 3 at 9:30am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 14h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 31 at 9:20am
Departure city: Milwaukee
Departure location: Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
Arrival time: August 2 at 5:35pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 10h
Departure time: July 31 at 6:20am
Departure city: Milwaukee
Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
Arrival time: August 2 at 3:20pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 11h
Departure time: July 31 at 9:00am
Departure city: Milwaukee
Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
Arrival time: August 2 at 6:10pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 11h
Departure time: July 31 at 9:30pm
Departure city: Milwaukee
Departure location: Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
Arrival time: August 3 at 9:15am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 13h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to San Diego.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $564	Average Duration2d 13h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$318 - $319	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 254kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Milwaukee to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $318, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2d 3hAverage Duration

$318Cheapest ticket

254kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Milwaukee to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$222

Average bus trip duration2d 13h

Number of daily buses27

Earliest bus departure6:20am

Distance1720 miles (2774 km)

Latest bus departure9:55pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,143 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/59,799 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Milwaukee to San Diego Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Milwaukee to San Diego.

Bus service from Milwaukee to San Diego will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Milwaukee to San Diego, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Milwaukee and San Diego?

Stops in Milwaukee

A - Milwaukee Airport

B - Intermodal Station

C - S Cesar Chavez

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Frequently asked questions for your trip Milwaukee - San Diego, CA, US

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Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Milwaukee to San Diego, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Milwaukee to San Diego that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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 Milwaukee to San Diego, CA, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2d 13h	Avg Price$222	Daily Departures27
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2d 3h	Avg Price$318	Daily Departures4

Will you be returning to Milwaukee by bus?

Bus from Milwaukee to San Diego, CA, US

You can also go to San Diego, CA, US by train

Train from Milwaukee to San Diego, CA, US

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