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

The cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Milwaukee is to bus which costs $60 - $150 and takes 11h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brainerd to Milwaukee is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $110 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Brainerd and Milwaukee?

No, there is no direct bus from Brainerd to Milwaukee station. However, there are services departing from Brainerd and arriving at Milwaukee Intermodal Station via Saint Cloud. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Brainerd to Milwaukee?

The distance between Brainerd and Milwaukee is 404 miles. The road distance is 463.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brainerd to Milwaukee without a car is to taxi and train which takes 10h 10m and costs $190 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Brainerd to Milwaukee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brainerd to Milwaukee bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Brainerd to Milwaukee?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Milwaukee is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $110 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Brainerd to Milwaukee bus arrive?

Brainerd to Milwaukee bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Cloud station.

Can I drive from Brainerd to Milwaukee?

Yes, the driving distance between Brainerd to Milwaukee is 463 miles. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Brainerd to Milwaukee.

Where can I stay near Milwaukee?

There are 218+ hotels available in Milwaukee.

Brainerd to Milwaukee - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Brainerd to Milwaukee by plane, taxi, train, bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane BRD - MKE
4h 19m
$116–674
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to St. Cloudbus Jefferson 928
2. Take the bus from Saint Cloud to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus 2548
11h 10m
$61–144
Taxi, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the taxi from Brainerd to Staples Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Staples Station to Milwaukeetrain Empire Builder
10h 10m
$199–371
Drive 460.8 mi
1. Drive from Brainerd to Milwaukeecar 460.8 mi
7h 48m
$85–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to St. Paulbus Jefferson 928
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Milwaukeetrain Borealis / ...
10h 25m
$103–271
Bus via Eau Claire
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
2. Take the bus from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop to Milwaukeebus
14h 40m
$182–268

Brainerd to Milwaukee by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 10mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 401.4 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

Delta flies from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brainerd to Milwaukee Intermodal Station via Saint Cloud in around 11h 10m.

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