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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus
| Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport | Effingham | Cheapest | ||||
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| Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | Effingham | Fastest | ||||
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| Agencia De Viajes Mexico | Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham) | No tags | ||||
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| Agencia De Viajes Mexico | Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Effingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 7 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Milwaukee and Effingham
Stops in Milwaukee
- B
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA - C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Effingham by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Effingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Effingham start from $49. The average price for this route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Milwaukee to Effingham?
The average bus trip duration from Milwaukee to Effingham is 9h 5m, covering a distance of 270 miles (434 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Effingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milwaukee to Effingham?
The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Effingham at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Effingham?
A bus trip from Milwaukee to Effingham generates an estimated 10.848275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Milwaukee to Effingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 88213 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Effingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Milwaukee to Effingham?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Effingham?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Effingham was searched and found on Oct 20, 2026 with a price of $42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Milwaukee to Effingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $42 to $145 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2026-10-20.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
