Bus Rockford, IL to Milwaukee: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

from $34

tomorrow

Thursday

from $31

Friday

Saturday

from $45

Sunday

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	4h 25m	12:10 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	4:35 PM	Milwaukee	Central Bus Station		Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) at 7/29/2025 12:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) arriving at 7/29/2025 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	5h 55m	8:15 AM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	2:10 PM	Milwaukee	Central Bus Station		Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) at 7/31/2025 8:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) arriving at 7/31/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
	Greyhound US	4h 25m	12:10 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	4:35 PM	Milwaukee	Central Bus Station		Economy	$58	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) at 7/31/2025 12:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) arriving at 7/31/2025 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	5h 55m	8:15 AM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	2:10 PM	Milwaukee	Central Bus Station		Economy	$45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) at 8/2/2025 8:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
	Greyhound US	4h 25m	12:10 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	4:35 PM	Milwaukee	Central Bus Station		Economy	$46	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) at 8/2/2025 12:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee via Chicago, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  4h 25m
  
  0
  
  12:10 PM
  
  Rockford, IL
  Bus Stop
  
  2:00 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) at 8/1/2025 12:10:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
- Busbud
  
  2h 5m
  
  0
  
  2:30 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  4:35 PM
  
  Milwaukee
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2025 2:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) arriving at 8/1/2025 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $8

Frequency of bus connections between Rockford, IL and Milwaukee

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Rockford, IL and Milwaukee.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 3 buses from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Rockford, IL and Milwaukee, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee starting from $31!

Cheapest Bus	$31
Fastest Bus	4h 25m
Earliest Bus	12:10 PM
Latest Bus	12:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	79.8 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Rockford, IL for Milwaukee: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/30/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/27

Monday 07/28

Tuesday 07/29

$34

Wednesday 07/30

Thursday 07/31

$31

Friday 08/01

Saturday 08/02

$45

Sunday 08/03

Monday 08/04

Tuesday 08/05

Wednesday 08/06

Thursday 08/07

Friday 08/08

$32

Saturday 08/09

Sunday 08/10

Monday 08/11

Tuesday 08/12

Wednesday 08/13

Thursday 08/14

Friday 08/15

Saturday 08/16

Sunday 08/17

Monday 08/18

Tuesday 08/19

Wednesday 08/20

Thursday 08/21

Friday 08/22

Saturday 08/23

The cheapest time to travel from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee

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

With a price starting from $31, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee, with $31. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $34.

How to save money travelling from Rockford, 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 Rockford, 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 Rockford, 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 Rockford, IL to Milwaukee are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rockford, IL and Milwaukee

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

Bus Stop

N Lyford Rd 725

East Side Transfer Center

E State, at Luther Center

Mulberry & N Main Bus Stop

Sandy Hollow & 7th

Central Bus Station

Downtown Bus Station

S84 & Adler

S84 & Oconnor #6533

4960 S. 13th St. Park

Badger

N James Lovell St 635

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

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

FAQs about the Rockford, IL to Milwaukee bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $31 and takes 5h 55m to reach Milwaukee. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $31 and $58. 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 Rockford, IL to Milwaukee each day?

Every day, the Rockford, IL to Milwaukee bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee is offered by Greyhound US and takes 4h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $34. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Milwaukee from Rockford, IL starts at 12:10 PM. 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 Rockford, IL to Milwaukee?

The latest bus trip departing from Rockford, IL for Milwaukee starts at 12:10 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 Rockford, IL Milwaukee route?

When traveling by bus from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and 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 Rockford, IL and Milwaukee?

You can check all the direct connections between Rockford, 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: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Rockford, 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 Rockford, 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 Rockford, 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 Rockford, IL to Milwaukee on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Rockford, IL and to Milwaukee

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