What is the cheapest way to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Milwaukee and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Milwaukee to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Water & Chicago - Circle K and arriving at Sheridan Rd & Washington St via 2107 Belvidere Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Milwaukee and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Milwaukee to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Milwaukee and arriving at Lake Forest. via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Milwaukee to Lake Forest?

The distance between Milwaukee and Lake Forest is 64 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

How do I travel from Milwaukee to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $40 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milwaukee to Lake Forest bus from?

Milwaukee to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Water & Chicago - Circle K station.

Where do I catch the Milwaukee to Lake Forest train from?

Milwaukee to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Milwaukee station.

Train or bus from Milwaukee to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $40 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Milwaukee to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Milwaukee to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where does the Milwaukee to Lake Forest train arrive?

Milwaukee to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Milwaukee to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Milwaukee to Lake Forest is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Milwaukee to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 177+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Milwaukee to Lake Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Milwaukee to Lake Forest by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
2h 30m
$40–133
Drive 58.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Milwaukee to Lake Forestcar 58.9 mi
1h 6m
$11–16
Train
1. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Hiawatha Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Lake Forest.train Up-N
3h 15m
$35–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Michigan and Lincoln Memorial to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the train from Kenosha to Lake Forest.train Up-N
2h 51m
$12–22

Milwaukee to Lake Forest by train, foot, and bus

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.1 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan once daily. Tickets cost $35–130 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Milwaukee to Lake Forest. via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 3h 15m.

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