Bus 56 route
Route stops
72 stops • 2 directions
- 1st Street & Maple
- 1st Street & Kinnickinnic
- 1st Street & Lapham
- Greenfield & 2nd Street
- Greenfield & 4th Street
- Greenfield & 8th Street
- Greenfield & 8th Street
- Greenfield & 11th Street
- Greenfield & 15th Street
- Greenfield & Cesar E Chavez Drive
- Greenfield & 19th Street
- Greenfield & 21st Street
- Greenfield & 23rd Street
- Greenfield & Layton
- Greenfield & 29th Street
- Greenfield & 31st Street
- Greenfield & 33rd Street
- Greenfield & 35th Street
- Greenfield & 38th Street
- Greenfield & 41st Street
- Miller Park Way & Target
- Miller Park Way & Mitchell
- Miller Park Way & Burnham
- 2101 South Miller Park Way
- 2201 South Miller Park Way
- Miller Park Way-43rd Street & Lincoln
- 43rd Street & Kinnickinnic River Parkway (West)
- 43rd Street & Cleveland/Kinnickinnic River Parkway
- 43rd Street & Oklahoma
- 43rd Street & Anthony
- Morgan & 41st Street
- Morgan & 38th Street
- Morgan & 35th Street
- Morgan & 32nd Street
- Loomis & 29th Street
- Loomis & 29th Street
- Morgan & 32nd Street
- Morgan & 35th Street
- Morgan & 39th Street
- Morgan & 43rd Street
- 43rd Street & Anthony
- 43rd Street & Oklahoma
- 43rd Street & Cleveland/Kinnickinnic River Parkway
- 43rd Street & Kinnickinnic River Parkway (West)
- Miller Park Way-43rd Street & Lincoln
- 2200 South Miller Park Way
- 2060 South Miller Park Way
- Miller Park Way & Burnham
- Miller Park Way & Mitchell
- Miller Park Way & Target
- Miller Park Way & Greenfield
- Greenfield & 41st Street
- Greenfield & 38th Street
- Greenfield & 35th Street
- Greenfield & 33rd Street
- Greenfield & 31st Street
- Greenfield & 29th Street
- Greenfield & Layton
- Greenfield & 23rd Street
- Greenfield & 21st Street
- Greenfield & Bow
- Greenfield & Cesar E Chavez Drive
- Greenfield & 15th Street
- Greenfield & 11th Street
- Greenfield & 8th Street
- Greenfield & 8th Street
- Greenfield & 3rd Street
- Greenfield & 2nd Street
- Greenfield & 1st Street
- 1st Street & Lapham
- Kinnickinnic & Mitchell
- 1st Street & Maple
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 56. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 56 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 56 stop here?'
Where does bus #56 run?
This route serves the Milwaukee (USA) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is Milwaukee County Transit System. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'MCTS' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
Can you board with a wheelchair?
Yes. Accessibility usually means low-floor entry with ramps and designated spaces. Even when accessibility is stated, conditions can vary on specific vehicles and stops. If this is critical, check the vehicle type for your specific trip and confirm ramp/entry availability beforehand.
Are bikes allowed?
Yes. If allowed, still try to avoid rush hour—in a packed vehicle with a bike it's rough for you and everyone else. Check the rules ahead: sometimes you need to fold the bike or buy a separate ticket.
Additional Route Information
Bus 56: 1st/Mitchell => Alverno
Reference
56
Origin
1st Street & Mitchell Street
Destination
Alverno College
Route network
MCTS
Operator
Milwaukee County Transit System
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Bus 56: Alverno => 1st/Mitchell
Reference
56
Origin
Alverno College
Destination
1st Street & Mitchell Street
Route network
MCTS
Operator
Milwaukee County Transit System
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Quick overview
Explore the bus 56 route in Milwaukee (USA). 2 directions, 72 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
