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Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI by bus

The journey from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI by bus is 134.01 km and takes 2 hrs 13 mins. There are 42 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:35 a.m. and the last at 11:50 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI by bus for as little as $25.74 or as much as $124.35. The best price for this journey is $25.74.

Lowest Price $25.74
Journey Duration 2 hrs 13 mins
Connection per Day 42
Lowest Price $25.74
Highest Price $124.35
First Departure 12:35 a.m.
Last Departure 11:50 p.m.
Distance 134.01 km
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival Milwaukee, WI
Carriers Coach USA, FlixBus

Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, Jul 10, 2025

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Best time to book Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI travel

Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $22.59 to $37.31 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 39% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

The cheapest Chicago, IL - Milwaukee, WI bus tickets can be found for as low as $20.71 if you’re lucky, or $25.64 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $31.41.

Find the best day to travel to Milwaukee, WI by bus

When travelling to Milwaukee, WI by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI
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Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
9.38kg
Bus
10.05kg
Flight
26.8kg
Car
21.44kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI?
A bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI is $36.51. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $25.74.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI is $25.74. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI by bus?
Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI is 134.01 km.
How long does the bus between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI take?
Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI is on average 2 hrs 13 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 20 mins.
Which companies operate from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Coach USA, FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus and Greyhound Lines, Inc..
How many bus connections per day go from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI?
Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI has 42 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI leave?
The earliest bus from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI departs at 12:35 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI depart?
The latest bus from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI departs at 11:50 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $25.74 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI?
There are on average 37 direct connection(s) from Chicago, IL to go to Milwaukee, WI.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI is 1 hr 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI by bus?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI creates 10.05kg of CO2 emissions.

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