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

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago

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

today

$16

tomorrow

$13

Wednesday

$13

Thursday

$16

Friday

$16

Saturday

$19

Sunday

$16

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 55m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	11:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/27/2026 9:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:10 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	2:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/27/2026 12:10:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	4h 5m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/27/2026 9:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	2h 45m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:40:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 55m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	11:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:10 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	2:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/28/2026 12:10:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	4h 5m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	2h 45m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:40:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 55m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	11:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/29/2026 9:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	1h 55m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/29/2026 3:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	2h 45m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/29/2026 3:40:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 55m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	11:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	1h 55m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	4h 5m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	4h 0m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	7:40 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:40:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 55m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	11:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/31/2026 9:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:10 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	2:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/31/2026 12:10:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/31/2026 3:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	4h 5m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/31/2026 9:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	2h 45m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 7/31/2026 3:40:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 55m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	11:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/1/2026 9:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:10 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	2:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/1/2026 12:10:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/1/2026 3:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	4h 5m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/1/2026 9:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	2h 45m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/1/2026 3:40:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago via Milwaukee, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 1%
  
  1h 40m
  
  Milwaukee Airport
  
  6 mi
  
  8:35 PM
  
  Milwaukee
  Central Bus Station
  
  10:15 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from goes from Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) at 8/1/2026 8:35:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 55m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	11:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/2/2026 9:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	1h 50m	12:10 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	2:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/2/2026 12:10:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
FlixBus	1h 55m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/2/2026 3:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
FlixBus	4h 5m	9:20 AM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/2/2026 9:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	2h 45m	3:40 PM	Milwaukee Airport	Milwaukee Airport	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Milwaukee Airport, Milwaukee Airport (USA) at 8/2/2026 3:40:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Frequency of bus connections between Milwaukee Airport and Chicago

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Milwaukee Airport and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 28 buses from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Milwaukee Airport and Chicago, with 20 offers.

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

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

Cheapest Bus	$12
Fastest Bus	1h 50m
Earliest Bus	9:20 AM
Latest Bus	3:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	75.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago

Every day, 6 buses from 1 bus companies leave Milwaukee Airport for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$17

Tuesday 07/28

$15

Wednesday 07/29

$13

Thursday 07/30

$20

Friday 07/31

$17

Saturday 08/01

$19

Sunday 08/02

$16

Monday 08/03

$19

Tuesday 08/04

$13

Wednesday 08/05

$12

Thursday 08/06

$28

Friday 08/07

$23

Saturday 08/08

$16

Sunday 08/09

$19

Monday 08/10

$16

Tuesday 08/11

$13

Wednesday 08/12

$13

Thursday 08/13

$13

Friday 08/14

$28

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

$19

Monday 08/17

$13

Tuesday 08/18

$12

Wednesday 08/19

$13

Thursday 08/20

$13

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago

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

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

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago, with $13. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

How to save money travelling from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago

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 Milwaukee Airport to Chicago 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 Milwaukee Airport to Chicago, 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 Milwaukee Airport to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Milwaukee Airport to Chicago from our users.

FlixBus from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Milwaukee Airport to Chicago:

Cheapest Price	$13
Fastest Bus	1h 50m
Earliest Bus	9:20 AM
Last Bus	3:40 PM
Daily Connections	6 Ø
Found on	7/8/2026

All bus stations and stops in Milwaukee Airport and Chicago

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

Milwaukee Airport

S Howell Ave 5300

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Milwaukee Airport to Chicago bus

How much does a Milwaukee Airport Chicago 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 Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $31. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

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

Every day, the Milwaukee Airport to Chicago 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 Milwaukee Airport to Chicago take?

The fastest shuttle from Milwaukee Airport to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $16. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Milwaukee Airport starts at 9:20 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 Milwaukee Airport to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Milwaukee Airport for Chicago starts at 3:40 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 Milwaukee Airport Chicago route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Milwaukee Airport and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Milwaukee Airport and Chicago 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.

What can I take with me on the Milwaukee Airport to Chicago 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 Milwaukee Airport Chicago 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 Milwaukee Airport Chicago 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 Milwaukee Airport to Chicago on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Milwaukee Airport and to Chicago

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