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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Milwaukee is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Milwaukee is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $11 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Milwaukee?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Milwaukee Intermodal Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Milwaukee?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Milwaukee. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Chicago to Milwaukee?

The distance between Chicago and Milwaukee is 85 miles. The road distance is 89 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Milwaukee without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $11 - $65.

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Milwaukee bus from?

Chicago to Milwaukee bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Milwaukee train from?

Chicago to Milwaukee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Milwaukee?

The best way to get from Chicago to Milwaukee is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $11 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $60 and takes 1h 59m, you could also fly, which costs $170 - $650 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Chicago to Milwaukee bus arrive?

Chicago to Milwaukee bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Milwaukee Intermodal Station.

Where does the Chicago to Milwaukee train arrive?

Chicago to Milwaukee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Milwaukee station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Milwaukee?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Milwaukee is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Chicago to Milwaukee.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Milwaukee?

Book your Chicago to Milwaukee train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Milwaukee?

Book your Chicago to Milwaukee bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Milwaukee?

There are 379+ hotels available in Milwaukee. Prices start at $50<span style='font-size: 9px;'> USD</span> per night.

Chicago to Milwaukee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Milwaukee by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to MilwaukeeHiawatha Service / ...
1h 29m
$11–65
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal StationGreyhound US0150
1h 59m
$28–60
Drive 88.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Milwaukee88.4 mi
1h 41m
$17–24
Fly
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)ORD - MKE
3h 10m
$174–619

Chicago to Milwaukee by train (Amtrak)

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.7 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Milwaukee, WI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee every 4 hours. Tickets cost $11–65 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $28–60 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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