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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | N Cumberland Ave | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Milwaukee and Chicago?
Stops in Milwaukee
- B433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
- C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
Stops in Chicago
- B630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Milwaukee to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Chicago start from $31. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Milwaukee to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Milwaukee to Chicago is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 139 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 78 buses available per day, including services from Coach USA, FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Milwaukee to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Chicago at 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
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 a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Milwaukee to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Coach USA, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 10, 2026 with a price of $24To 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 $24 to $133 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 $24 which is on 2026-02-10.
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.
