Bus from Milwaukee to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Chicago on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Coach USABus
    Milwaukee, 4960 S. 13th St. Park & Ride Terminal
    Chicago O'Hare International Airport T2Fastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
    Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
    FlixBusBus
    Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Bus
    Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
    Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:19 AM CST.

    Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Chicago

    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    15train per day
    1h 29mAverage Duration
    75 milesDistance
    11kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$20 - $132Average Duration1h 50m
    3kg CO₂e
    Average Price$23 - $41Average Duration1h 29m
    11kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Chicago by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Chicago?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Chicago start from $20. The average price for this route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Milwaukee to Chicago?

      The average bus trip duration from Milwaukee to Chicago is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 68 miles (109 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

    3. Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Chicago route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 71 buses available per day, including services from Coach USA, FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Amtrak.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milwaukee to Chicago?

      The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Chicago at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Chicago?

      A bus trip from Milwaukee to Chicago generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Milwaukee to Chicago?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Chicago?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Milwaukee to Chicago?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Coach USA, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Chicago?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Coach USA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11/30
    $36
    12/01
    $36
    Today
    $22
    12/03
    $20
    12/04
    $18
    12/05
    $18
    12/06
    $18
    12/07
    $18
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $18

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Milwaukee to Chicago, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $18 to $125 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-04.

    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.

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