How much is the bus ticket from Rockford to Milwaukee?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Milwaukee start from $34. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Rockford to Milwaukee?

The average bus trip duration from Rockford to Milwaukee is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 66 miles (107 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Rockford to Milwaukee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Milwaukee?

The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Milwaukee at 8:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Milwaukee?

A bus trip from Rockford to Milwaukee generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Rockford to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Milwaukee?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Rockford to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rockford to Milwaukee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rockford to Milwaukee from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Rockford to Milwaukee on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:15am	East Side Transfer Center	5h 55m	2:10pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	11:50am	Rockford, IL	4h 38m	4:28pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
	4:20am	Rockford, IL	5h 18m	9:38am	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:01pm	East Side Transfer Center	5h 4m	5:05pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	3:55pm	East Side Transfer Center	7h 50m	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags

Next departures for Rockford to Milwaukee on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:55pm	East Side Transfer Center	7h 50m	11:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	Cheapest
	11:50am	Rockford, IL	4h 38m	4:28pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
	4:20am	Rockford, IL	5h 18m	9:38am	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:01pm	East Side Transfer Center	6h 44m	6:45pm	Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.	No tags
	7:20am	Rockford, IL	5h 5m	12:25pm	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:32 PM CST.

Get from Rockford to Milwaukee

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 34mAverage Duration

66 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Rockford to Milwaukee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Milwaukee start from $34. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rockford to Milwaukee?
The average bus trip duration from Rockford to Milwaukee is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 66 miles (107 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Milwaukee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Milwaukee?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Milwaukee at 8:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Milwaukee?
A bus trip from Rockford to Milwaukee generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rockford to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Milwaukee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rockford to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rockford to Milwaukee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/25

$68

11/26

$71

Today

$49

11/28

$51

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The cheapest trip from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $49 to $99 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-11-28.