What is the cheapest way to get from Great Lakes to Milwaukee?

The cheapest way to get from Great Lakes to Milwaukee is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Great Lakes to Milwaukee?

The fastest way to get from Great Lakes to Milwaukee is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $16 - $24.

How far is it from Great Lakes to Milwaukee?

The distance between Great Lakes and Milwaukee is 458 miles. The road distance is 89 miles.

How do I travel from Great Lakes to Milwaukee without a car?

The best way to get from Great Lakes to Milwaukee without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 12h and costs $95 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Great Lakes to Milwaukee?

It takes approximately 12h to get from Great Lakes to Milwaukee, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Great Lakes and Milwaukee?

Milwaukee is 1h behind Great Lakes. It is currently 7:41 AM in Great Lakes and 6:41 AM in Milwaukee.

Can I drive from Great Lakes to Milwaukee?

Yes, the driving distance between Great Lakes to Milwaukee is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Great Lakes to Milwaukee.

Where can I stay near Milwaukee?

There are 255+ hotels available in Milwaukee.

Great Lakes to Milwaukee - 2 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Great Lakes to Milwaukee by ferry, bus, or car

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Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Mackinac Island to St Ignaceferry
2. Take the bus from St. Ignace Transportation Center to Escanaba, MIbus
3. Take the bus from Escanaba to Milwaukeebus
12h
$95–172
Drive 88.4 mi
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1. Drive from Chicago to Milwaukeecar 88.4 mi
1h 43m
$17–24

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Distance: 455.1 mi
Duration: 12h

What companies run services between Great Lakes, MI, USA and Milwaukee, WI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Great Lakes to Milwaukee. However, you can take the ferry to St Ignace, walk to St. Ignace Transportation Center, take the bus to Escanaba, MI, then take the bus to Milwaukee. Alternatively, you can drive from Chicago to Milwaukee in around 1h 43m.

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