Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI bus

Thu, May 15
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

Showing times and prices for May 15

Cheapest price

$31

Average price

$37

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.

Fast buses

Of the 9 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Milwaukee, WI on Thu, May 15, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, May 15 the direct buses cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

On Thu, May 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Greyhound
04:20PM1h25
Chicago, IL
05:45PMMilwaukee, WI
$311One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
06:15AM2h10
Chicago, IL
08:25AMMilwaukee, WI
$311One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:15AM1h35
Chicago, IL
10:50AMMilwaukee, WI
$311One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:15AM1h55
Chicago, IL
11:10AMMilwaukee, WI
$311One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
04:15PM1h50
Chicago, IL
06:05PMMilwaukee, WI
$311One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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Train

€23

Average price

Cheapest

€27

Average price

2h 25m

Average duration

1h 55m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 0m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, May 14
Last updated at 3:15 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
greyhound8:00 PM Chicago, IL
2h45
10:45 PM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 PM Chicago, IL
1h50
11:05 PM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 PM Chicago, IL
2h10
11:25 PM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect
greyhound9:20 PM Chicago, IL
1h25
10:45 PM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect
Thursday, May 15
greyhound3:00 AM Chicago, IL
1h59
4:59 AM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect
greyhound5:35 AM Chicago, IL
2h00
7:35 AM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect
greyhound11:15 AM Chicago, IL
2h10
1:25 PM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:15 PM Chicago, IL
1h35
3:50 PM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:15 PM Chicago, IL
1h55
4:10 PM Milwaukee, WI0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

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Buses from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
82 miles (133 km)
Average bus duration
1h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
$21 (€17)
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
10
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
06:35
Last bus
22:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

Find the best buses to Milwaukee, WI from Chicago, IL with Omio's travel partners Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from $20 (€16). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak buses running daily, you can travel by bus across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela bus for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your bus journey between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI bus information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 13 min
  • Cheapest Price: $23
  • Amtrak frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

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Popular bus stations from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

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The major bus station for departures in Chicago is Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station for your trip from Chicago to Milwaukee.
Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
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Chicago, Cumberland Blue Line Station
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The major bus station for arrivals in Milwaukee is Milwaukee, N 6th Street / W Wisconsin Ave (Downtown). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milwaukee, N 6th Street / W Wisconsin Ave (Downtown) for your trip to Milwaukee from Chicago.
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Distance to city center
1 km
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  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Milwaukee, Intermodal Station
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Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop)
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