Cheap bus tickets from Milwaukee, WI to Columbus, OH

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You can track your bus location on our Real-Time Info Tool . Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.

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Bus stations and stops in Milwaukee, WI

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Milwaukee (Downtown)

East side of N. 6th Street between W. Michigan St and W. Wisconsin Ave
53203 Milwaukee
United States

Bus will stop on N. 6th Street between W. Michigan Street and W. Wisconsin Ave. Bus will stop mid-block on east side of street (across the street from the Double Tree Hotel).

Beginning May 3rd, 2022, due to construction, bus stop is being relocated one block away. Bus will stop on N. 6th Street between W. Michigan Street and W. Wisconsin Ave. Bus will stop mid-block on east side of street (across the street from the Double Tree Hotel).

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Milwaukee Mitchell Airport

Arrivals / Baggage Claim
53207 Milwaukee, WI
United States

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From the terminals, exit from Baggage Claim to the center island. The bus will stop under the glass canopy before the first stop sign.

Milwaukee North (Brown Deer Rd)

Brown Deer Rd E
53217 River Hills, WI
United States

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Bus will stop in the WisDOT Brown Deer Park & Ride 40-85 on Brown Deer Road E near I-43.

Bus stations and stops in Columbus, OH

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Columbus (Downtown)

100 E Rich Street
43215 Columbus
United States

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Bus will stop on E Rich Street just east of S 3rd Street (between S 3rd and S 4th Streets). Bus will stop on north side of street, across from the parking lot.

Columbus (Ohio State University)

55 W 12th Ave
43210 Columbus
United States

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Bus will stop at passenger pick-up area on W 12th Avenue, between N High Street and College Road, in front of Drinko Hall. Bus will stop on south side of the street, across the street from the Union building.

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Milwaukee, WI - Columbus, OH : Quick information
Online payment	Yes
Distance	331 miles
Direct connection	Yes
Environmentally-friendly travel?	Yes

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to get from Milwaukee to Columbus by bus?

The quickest bus trip from Milwaukee to Columbus takes as little as 9 hours 5 minutes.

What is the distance between Milwaukee and Columbus?

The bus route from Milwaukee to Columbus covers 457 miles. FlixBus can bring you from Milwaukee to Columbus in as little as 9 hours 5 minutes.

How much is the bus ticket between Milwaukee and Columbus?

You can get from Milwaukee to Columbus for as little as $49.99. On average, tickets for this connection cost $54.99.

What route does the bus from Milwaukee to Columbus take?

There are direct connections from Milwaukee to Columbus. Among the up to 1 buses running daily from Milwaukee to Columbus, 1 are direct connections. The fastest bus on this connection has 3 stop(s).

How can I pay for the bus from Milwaukee to Columbus?

You can buy your bus ticket from Milwaukee to Columbus choosing your preferred payment method among card, Paypal, Google Pay, and more!

Where can I see if my bus from Milwaukee to Columbus is on time?

You can track your bus location on our Real-Time Info Tool. Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.

Find the cheapest buses from Milwaukee to Columbus

Getting from Milwaukee to Columbus is cheap and easy when you travel with FlixBus. The two cities are 457 miles apart and traveling between the two takes as fast as 9 hours 5 minutes.
FlixBus tickets are always good value, but you can save even more money by booking online in advance. Book on the website or our FlixBus App in minutes, then simply use your phone as your ticket to board the bus.
Bus tickets between Milwaukee and Columbus cost $54.99 on average, but you can get tickets for as low as $49.99 if you book in advance and/or outside of busy travel times, like weekends and holidays.

For a quick, easy and environmentally-conscious choice, travel with FlixBus.
We have a large network of 200 destinations, so you can trust us to take you from your desired departure city to your destination in comfort and style - all for great value.

Traveling from Milwaukee to Columbus

It's easy to get from Milwaukee to Columbus with FlixBus, with 1 direct buses per day.
You can expect a minimum of 3 stops on your journey. It can take a minimum time of 9 hours 5 minutes.
Bus travel is the most environmentally friendly way to travel long distances and we're working to make it even greener with high environmental standards across our fleet of buses, the use of alternative drive and fuel technologies, and the option for all passengers to offset their carbon emissions at the point of buying a ticket.
The average cost of bus travel between Milwaukee and Columbus is $54.99, which makes bus travel far cheaper than any other method.

Taking the bus from Milwaukee

Traveling from Milwaukee and not familiar with it? Here's everything you need to know.
Milwaukee is a transport hub with 4 bus station(s); the 12 connections departing from Milwaukee every day take travelers both within the state and further afield.

Arriving in Columbus

Traveling to Columbus for the first time? Here's what you need to know:
Columbus is very well connected to other destinations on the FlixBus network, with 5 connections arriving in one of the 3 bus station(s) of the city, giving you easy access to all corners of the country.

What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Milwaukee to Columbus

Getting from Milwaukee to Columbus aboard a FlixBus bus means traveling in comfort and style, with all the services you need to keep you occupied. Most of our buses include free Wi-Fi onboard, an entertainment system, toilets and power outlets.
You can bring one carry-on and one check-in piece of luggage per passenger, so even if you're taking a long trip, you don't need to worry about traveling light.
All ticket holders are guaranteed a seat on our buses but if you want to reserve a seat, you can do so at the time of booking. Choose from a classic seat, table seat, panorama seat or extra seat.
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