Bus Chicago to Milwaukee Airport (MKE): Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$19

tomorrow

$16

Tuesday

$17

Wednesday

$12

Thursday

$16

Friday

$16

Saturday

$16

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:50 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 12:00:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 4:30:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	1h 35m	9:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	10:35 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 9:00:00 AM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
Greyhound US	5h 5m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$28	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 1:20:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 35m	9:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	10:35 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 9:00:00 AM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:50 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 12:00:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 4:30:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Greyhound US	5h 5m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$25	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 1:20:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	1h 35m	9:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	10:35 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport		Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:00:00 AM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
	FlixBus	1h 55m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport		Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 4:30:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 35m	9:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	10:35 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 9:00:00 AM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
FlixBus	1h 55m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 4:30:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	5h 10m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	10:35 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:25:00 AM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Greyhound US	5h 5m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$23	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 1:20:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 35m	9:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	10:35 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:00:00 AM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:50 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 12:00:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 4:30:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Greyhound US	5h 5m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$22	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 1:20:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 35m	9:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	10:35 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 9:00:00 AM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:50 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 12:00:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 4:30:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Greyhound US	5h 5m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$25	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 1:20:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 35m	9:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	10:35 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 9:00:00 AM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 10:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:50 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 12:00:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 4:30:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Greyhound US	5h 5m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	6:25 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	Economy	$26	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 1:20:00 PM to Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Milwaukee Airport

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Milwaukee Airport are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Chicago and Milwaukee Airport.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 24 buses from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Milwaukee Airport, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport (MKE)

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 6 times every day by bus from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus	$12
Fastest Bus	1h 35m
Earliest Bus	5:45 AM
Latest Bus	4:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	75.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Milwaukee Airport: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

$19

Monday 07/27

$16

Tuesday 07/28

$17

Wednesday 07/29

$16

Thursday 07/30

$20

Friday 07/31

$16

Saturday 08/01

$16

Sunday 08/02

$16

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$12

Wednesday 08/05

$13

Thursday 08/06

$16

Friday 08/07

$20

Saturday 08/08

$19

Sunday 08/09

$19

Monday 08/10

$13

Tuesday 08/11

$16

Wednesday 08/12

$13

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

$16

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

$16

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

$13

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

$19

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $12, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport, with $12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $12.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Milwaukee Airport

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Milwaukee Airport.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Milwaukee Airport

S Howell Ave 5300

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Milwaukee Airport? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Milwaukee Airport bus

How much does a Chicago Milwaukee Airport bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 1h 55m to reach Milwaukee Airport. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $38. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Milwaukee Airport.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Milwaukee Airport bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport take?

The fastest shuttle from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $23. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport?

The earliest bus arriving in Milwaukee Airport from Chicago starts at 5:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Milwaukee Airport starts at 4:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Milwaukee Airport route?

When traveling by shuttle from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Milwaukee Airport?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Milwaukee Airport by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Milwaukee Airport bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Milwaukee Airport bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Milwaukee Airport bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Chicago to Milwaukee Airport on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Milwaukee Airport

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Milwaukee Airport

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Milwaukee Airport. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!