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

The cheapest way to get from Milwaukee to Wausau is to bus which costs $29 - $55 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Milwaukee to Wausau is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Milwaukee and Wausau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Milwaukee and arriving at Wausau Transit Center. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Milwaukee to Wausau?

The distance between Milwaukee and Wausau is 208 miles. The road distance is 184.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Wausau without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $29 - $55.

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

The bus from Milwaukee to Wausau Transit Center takes 4h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Milwaukee to Wausau bus from?

Milwaukee to Wausau bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Milwaukee station.

Bus or fly from Milwaukee to Wausau?

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Wausau is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $29 - $55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $85 - $460 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Milwaukee to Wausau bus arrive?

Milwaukee to Wausau bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Wausau Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Milwaukee to Wausau?

Yes, the driving distance between Milwaukee to Wausau is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Milwaukee to Wausau.

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

Book your Milwaukee to Wausau bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Wausau?

There are 37+ hotels available in Wausau.

Milwaukee to Wausau - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

How to get fromMilwaukee to Wausau

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Milwaukee to Wausau by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Wausau Transit Centerbus Milwaukee / ...
4h 55m
$29–55
Drive 183.5 mi
1. Drive from Milwaukee to Wausaucar 183.5 mi
3h 14m
$34–49
Fly from General Mitchell International Airport
1. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)plane MKE - CWA
5h 24m
$85–460
Bus via Oshkosh
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Oshkoshbus Lab 210
2. Take the bus from Oshkosh to Wausau Transitbus Lab 210
5h 55m
$48–54
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
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 Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)plane ORD - CWA
4h 24m
$96–339

Milwaukee to Wausau by bus

21Weekly Buses

4h 55mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Milwaukee to Wausau.

Launch map view

Distance: 206.5 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Milwaukee, WI, USA and Wausau, WI, USA?

Lamers Bus Lines operates a bus from Milwaukee to Wausau Transit Center twice daily. Tickets cost $38–43 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) every 4 hours.

Airlines

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.