What is the cheapest way to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Milwaukee and Metro Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Milwaukee station to Metro Chicago. However, there are services departing from Milwaukee Intermodal Station and arriving at Sheridan & Byron via Union Station Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Milwaukee and Metro Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago. However, there are services departing from Milwaukee and arriving at Addison-Red via Jackson-Red. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago?

The distance between Milwaukee and Metro Chicago is 92 miles. The road distance is 83.5 miles.

How do I travel from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $25 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milwaukee to Metro Chicago bus from?

Milwaukee to Metro Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Milwaukee Intermodal Station.

Where do I catch the Milwaukee to Metro Chicago train from?

Milwaukee to Metro Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Milwaukee station.

Train or bus from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago?

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $25 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 151 bus, which costs $16 - $25 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Milwaukee to Metro Chicago bus arrive?

Milwaukee to Metro Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Milwaukee to Metro Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Milwaukee to Metro Chicago is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago.

Where can I stay near Metro Chicago?

There are 1372+ hotels available in Metro Chicago.

Milwaukee to Metro Chicago - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 151 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Milwaukee to Metro Chicago by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, subway, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Hiawatha Service / ...
2h 10m
$26–57
Bus, line 151 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150
2. Take the bus from Union Station Transit Center to Sheridan & Byronbus 151
2h 46m
$16–25
Drive 83.1 mi
1. Drive from Milwaukee to Metro Chicagocar 83.1 mi
1h 39m
$16–22
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, subway
1. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MKE - ORD
2. Take the subway from Lake to Addison-Redsubway
3h 42m
$606–962
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2h 59m
$43–49
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, subway
1. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MKE - MDW
2. Take the subway from Roosevelt to Addison-Redsubway
3h 25m
$51–382

Milwaukee to Metro Chicago by train, bus, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 91.7 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Milwaukee, WI, USA and Metro Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $20–50 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Metro Chicago via Chicago Bus Station, Union Station Transit Center, and Sheridan & Byron in around 2h 46m.

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