Cheap bus tickets from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Bus from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee. Traveling by bus from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee usually takes around 11 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 246 mi (396 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $72.00 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee. Indian Trails is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Trails | 1 | 11h 24m | $72.00 |
Book Indian Trails from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee from $72. Typically there is one Indian Trails schedule per day from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Milwaukee. In Mackinaw City, Indian Trails departs to Milwaukee from 102 South Huron Ave . In Milwaukee, Indian Trails arrives at Intermodal Station - 433 W ST Paul Ave .
An average trip on Indian Trails from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee takes 11 hours and 24 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Milwaukee in 10 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Milwaukee.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 246 miles from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Milwaukee at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Mackinaw City to Milwaukee. It leaves the station in Mackinaw City at 9:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Milwaukee
Nestling on the banks of the great Lake Michigan, Milwaukee has some of the most scenic views around, making it every photographer’s perfect destination. Boasting 85 miles of scenic waterfront bike lanes, Milwaukee is the perfect spot to ride a bike and enjoy the sunset together with your friends. It is also the home of the Harley Davidson Museum, a vast waterfront gallery that offers 11 permanent exhibitions. The museum features not only bikes but also special items such as a whole engine room, making it a must-visit spot for bike enthusiasts. If you are not interested in bikes, the Basilica of St. Josaphat, which is modeled after St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, offers many wondrous shots.
Milwaukee’s famous German bratwursts are a must-try for all visitors, and the best place to enjoy this dish is Usinger’s. Other similar establishments include Mader’s and Milwaukee Public Market. For authentic American eats, Leon's Frozen Custard Drive-In offers amazing sloppy-joe burgers.
The Milwaukee Intermodal Station is the city’s main transportation hub. Visitors can catch both buses and trains at this location. The city is served by two airports. The Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport on the southern edge of the city handles commercial flights, while the Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport in the northwest handles private flights.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Mackinaw City?
Main departure station: 102 South Huron Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Mackinaw City.
All bus stations in Mackinaw City:
102 South Huron Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Milwaukee?
Image credit: Jeramey Jannene
Link to image attribution
Image credit: Payton Chung
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Intermodal Station - 433 W ST Paul Ave
The Milwaukee Intermodal Station is the major transportation hub for rail and bus travel in Wisconsin. The station is Amtrak’s second busiest in the Midwest. It acts as a gateway for long-distance travel into the American West and also connects Milwaukee to the surrounding Midwest states via the Hiawatha service. Renovated in 2007, the Intermodal Station now also offers a range of intercity bus services from carriers, including Greyhound and Jefferson Lines. Local bus routes and The Hop streetcar service provide convenient local travel around Milwaukee. Located in the city’s downtown, The Intermodal Station has vast retail spaces, several museums, and pleasant waterways all on its doorstep.
All bus stations in Milwaukee:
Intermodal Station - 433 W ST Paul Ave
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Milwaukee to Mackinaw City?
Search Bus TicketsPlan your next adventure
More buses from Mackinaw City
Continue by bus from Milwaukee
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.