What is the cheapest way to get from Milwaukee to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Milwaukee to Rochester is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Milwaukee to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Milwaukee to Rochester is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Milwaukee and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Milwaukee and arriving at Rochester. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Milwaukee to Rochester?

The distance between Milwaukee and Rochester is 281 miles. The road distance is 276.7 miles.

How do I travel from Milwaukee to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Rochester without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $70 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Milwaukee to Rochester?

The bus from Milwaukee to Rochester takes 5h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Milwaukee to Rochester bus from?

Milwaukee to Rochester bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Milwaukee station.

Bus or fly from Milwaukee to Rochester?

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Rochester is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $70 - $100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $70 - $490 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Milwaukee to Rochester bus arrive?

Milwaukee to Rochester bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Milwaukee to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Milwaukee to Rochester is 277 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Milwaukee to Rochester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Rochester?

Book your Milwaukee to Rochester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 75+ hotels available in Rochester.

Milwaukee to Rochester - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Milwaukee to Rochester by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Rochesterbus Jefferson 966 / ...
5h 40m
$70–100
Drive 275.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Milwaukee to Rochestercar 275.1 mi
4h 35m
$51–73
Fly General Mitchell International Airport to Rochester
1. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Rochester (RST)plane MKE - RST
6h 8m
$73–482
Fly General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MKE - MSP
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Groome Transportation Office - Rochesterbus
5h 22m
$654–1,054
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rochester (RST)plane ORD - RST
5h 29m
$79–371
Bus to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MSN - MSP
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Groome Transportation Office - Rochesterbus
7h 16m
$136–577

General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Rochester (RST) flights

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Distance: 279.6 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Milwaukee, WI, USA and Rochester, MN, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Milwaukee to Rochester 3 times a day. Tickets cost $70–100 and the journey takes 5h 40m. Alternatively, Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Rochester (RST) every 4 hours.

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How to get fromMilwaukee to Rochesterby bus, car, or plane

There are 6 ways to get from Milwaukee to Rochester by bus, car, or plane

Bus

Drive 275.1 mi

Fly General Mitchell International Airport to Rochester

Fly General Mitchell International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus

Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Rochester

Bus to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus