Urbana to Milwaukee

• Traffic

  Avoid Chicago during peak rush hours.
• Rest Stops

  Stop in the Chicago suburbs for a break.
• Dining

  Try the local cheese curds and beer.
• Navigation

  Use a GPS to navigate the city's highway system.
• Planning

  Check for events in Milwaukee before visiting.

• Speeding

  Highway patrols are active on I-94.
• Weather

  Be prepared for snow in winter.
• Vehicle Check

  Check your lights before driving at night.
• Emergency

  Keep a roadside emergency kit in your car.

• Is there a train to Milwaukee?
  Yes, Amtrak serves Milwaukee, but it is not a direct route from Urbana.
• How long is the drive?
  The drive takes approximately 4 hours.
• Are there tolls?
  Yes, parts of the route near Chicago have tolls.
• What is the best time to leave?
  Leaving very early morning helps avoid Chicago traffic.
• Is it a scenic drive?
  The lakefront views near Milwaukee are beautiful.

• From Urbana, Illinois, United States
• To Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
• Modes

Summer for the Milwaukee Art Museum and lakefront festivals.