Drive time
Chicago to Milwaukee
Quick answer
The drive from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI is approximately 1 hr 21 min covering about 81 miles at typical highway speeds.
Distance
81 mi
Drive time
1 hr 21 min
Midpoint
42.46°, -87.77°
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If you're driving to meet someone in Milwaukee, meeting halfway saves each of you about 41 miles and 41 minutes round-trip.
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Midpoint
42.4585°, -87.7681°
Chicago and Milwaukee are about 81 miles apart — each person drives roughly 41 miles.
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