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Compare all timetables for the bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee from various bus operators like FlixBus, Tornado Bus Company or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$60
tomorrow
$51
Wednesday
$45
Thursday
$43
Friday
$49
Saturday
Sunday
$46

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 45m 7:35 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 2:20 AM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 7h 30m 4:15 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 11:45 PM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $70
Tornado Bus Company 4h 30m 8:37 AM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 1:07 PM Milwaukee S Cesar Chavez  Basic $160
  • Did you know that if you travel from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee via Chicago, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      6h 45m
      0
      7:35 PM
      Champaign, IL
      Bus Stop
      10:05 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 2h 30m
    • Busbud
      1h 45m
      0
      12:35 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      2:20 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save $21

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 45m 7:35 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 2:20 AM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $51
FlixBus 5h 40m 3:00 AM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 8:40 AM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $52
FlixBus 6h 35m 10:30 AM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 5:05 PM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $52
  • Did you know that if you travel from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee via Chicago, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      6h 45m
      0
      7:35 PM
      Champaign, IL
      Bus Stop
      10:05 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 2h 30m
    • Busbud
      1h 45m
      0
      12:35 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      2:20 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 11h 35m 12:10 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 11:45 PM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $45
Tornado Bus Company 4h 30m 8:37 AM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 1:07 PM Milwaukee S Cesar Chavez  Basic $160
  • Did you know that if you travel from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee via Chicago, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      6h 45m
      0
      7:35 PM
      Champaign, IL
      Bus Stop
      10:05 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 2h 30m
    • Busbud
      1h 45m
      0
      12:35 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      2:20 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 10h 25m 1:20 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 11:45 PM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $43
Tornado Bus Company 4h 30m 8:25 AM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 12:55 PM Milwaukee S Cesar Chavez  Basic $160
  • Did you know that if you travel from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee via Chicago, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      6h 45m
      0
      7:35 PM
      Champaign, IL
      Bus Stop
      10:05 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 2h 30m
    • Busbud
      1h 45m
      0
      12:35 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      2:20 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 40m 3:00 AM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 8:40 AM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $49
FlixBus 10h 25m 1:20 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 11:45 PM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $49
FlixBus 6h 45m 7:35 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 2:20 AM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $49
  • Did you know that if you travel from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee via Chicago, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      5h 40m
      0
      3:00 AM
      Champaign, IL
      Bus Stop
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • Busbud
      2h 5m
      0
      6:35 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      8:40 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 40m 3:00 AM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 8:40 AM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $46
FlixBus 10h 25m 1:20 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 11:45 PM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $46
FlixBus 6h 45m 7:35 PM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 2:20 AM Milwaukee Central Bus Station  Economy $46
Tornado Bus Company 4h 30m 8:37 AM Champaign, IL Bus Stop 1:07 PM Milwaukee S Cesar Chavez  Basic $160
  • Did you know that if you travel from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee via Chicago, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      5h 40m
      0
      3:00 AM
      Champaign, IL
      Bus Stop
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $20
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • Busbud
      2h 5m
      0
      6:35 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      8:40 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save $9

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee is $40 on 1/26/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Champaign, IL and Milwaukee

See here how frequent the connections between Champaign, IL and Milwaukee are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Champaign, IL and Milwaukee.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 5 buses from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, while Night sees the fewest connections between Champaign, IL and Milwaukee, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Tornado Bus Company and Greyhound US that travel 2 times every day by bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee in one click! Book your bus ticket from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee starting from $40!

Cheapest Bus $40
Fastest Bus 4h 30m
Earliest Bus 8:37 AM
Latest Bus 7:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 202.4 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Tornado Bus Company and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee

Every day, 2 buses from 3 bus companies leave Champaign, IL for Milwaukee: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/18
Monday 01/19
$60
Tuesday 01/20
$51
Wednesday 01/21
$45
Thursday 01/22
$43
Friday 01/23
$49
Saturday 01/24
Sunday 01/25
$46
Monday 01/26
$40
Tuesday 01/27
Wednesday 01/28
$50
Thursday 01/29
Friday 01/30
Saturday 01/31
Sunday 02/01
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
Friday 02/06
Saturday 02/07
Sunday 02/08
Monday 02/09
Tuesday 02/10
Wednesday 02/11
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $40, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $51.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, with $40. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $52.

How to save money travelling from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee

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 Champaign, IL to Milwaukee 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 Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, 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 Champaign, IL to Milwaukee are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Champaign, IL and Milwaukee

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee

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

FAQs about the Champaign, IL to Milwaukee bus

How much does a Champaign, IL Milwaukee bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $40 and takes 10h 25m to reach Milwaukee. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $40 and $160. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Milwaukee.

On average, how many connections are available from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee each day?

Every day, the Champaign, IL to Milwaukee bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee take?

The fastest bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee is offered by Tornado Bus Company and takes 4h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $160. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee?

The earliest bus arriving in Milwaukee from Champaign, IL starts at 8:37 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 bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee?

The latest bus trip departing from Champaign, IL for Milwaukee starts at 7:35 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 Champaign, IL Milwaukee route?

When traveling by bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Tornado Bus Company 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 Champaign, IL and Milwaukee?

You can check all the direct connections between Champaign, IL and Milwaukee 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, Tornado Bus Company and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Champaign, IL to Milwaukee 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 Champaign, IL Milwaukee bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Champaign, IL Milwaukee 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 bus from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Champaign, IL and Milwaukee. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Champaign, IL and Milwaukee change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Champaign, IL to Milwaukee

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

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