How to travel from Atlanta to Milwaukee, United States of America

The distance between Atlanta and Milwaukee is around 686 miles (1,103km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Atlanta to Milwaukee by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Milwaukee (MKE).

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    $255
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

+ 3 others

1 similiar route

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💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Chicago IL and then to Milwaukee.

  • Duration16h 30m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $120
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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car
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Drive

Drive to Milwaukee.

  • Duration13h 30m
  • Distance807 miles (1,299km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Atlanta and Milwaukee

There are several options for getting from Atlanta to Milwaukee by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $120 and will take around 16h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $255.

The distance between Atlanta and Milwaukee is around 686 miles (1,103km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 669 miles (1,077km)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Atlanta and Milwaukee by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Atlanta to Milwaukee is to fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx $255.

The cheapest way to travel between Atlanta and Milwaukee, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $120 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Atlanta and Milwaukee. We recommend that you fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Milwaukee (MKE). instead which will take 2h 45m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Atlanta and Milwaukee. It typically takes around 16h 30m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Atlanta to Milwaukee. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Chicago IL. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 16h 30m.

Palmland Bus Lines, Flixbus USA and Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Atlanta and Milwaukee. Buses run twice daily and take around 16h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Atlanta and Milwaukee. Flights depart from Atlanta (ATL) and arrive at Milwaukee (MKE). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Atlanta and Milwaukee with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2hrs.

Southwest Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines fly between Atlanta and Milwaukee. Flights depart from Atlanta (ATL) and and arrive into Milwaukee (MKE). These flights usually take around 2hrs.

The flight from Atlanta to Milwaukee typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Atlanta (ATL) and and arrive into Milwaukee (MKE).

The closest major airport to Milwaukee is Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) (MKE) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Milwaukee. Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) (MSN) and O'Hare International Airport (ORD) (ORD) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Atlanta and Milwaukee. The distance is around 807 miles (1,299km) by road and it will take around 13h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Atlanta to Milwaukee is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around $255.

How do I get from Atlanta to Milwaukee

Compare travel optionsbetween Atlanta and Milwaukee

Transport options from Atlanta to Milwaukee
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 45m
$255
every 20 mins1,103km (686 miles)
Plane and Bus4h 10m
$220
every 4 hours1,126km (700 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
16h 30m
$120
twice daily1,334km (829 miles)
Bus via Chicago Amtrak19h 25m
$125
once daily1,327km (825 miles)
Drive
13h 30m
$80
on demand1,299km (807 miles)

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Airports near Milwaukee

The following major airports near Milwaukee offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

MKE
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
International Airport
Distance
6 miles (10km) from Milwaukee
MSN
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
72 miles (116km) from Milwaukee
ORD
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
International Airport
Distance
73 miles (118km) from Milwaukee