Lyft
The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $18-$86 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $100-$425 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $120-$450 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $21-$25 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $25-$30 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $26-$30 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $211-$233 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $4.77 |
Base Fare | $1.32 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.23 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.22 |
Uber UBERX
Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $24-$90 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $103-$229 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $124-$236 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $21-$23 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $22-$25 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $26-$28 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $172-$189 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.65 |
Minimum Fare | $7.88 |
Base Fare | $1.45 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.35 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.24 |
Uber Green
Emission-free, affordable, everyday ride
Economy
Seats 3
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $24-$90 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $132-$229 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $145-$236 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $20-$22 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $23-$25 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $26-$28 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $172-$189 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.65 |
Minimum Fare | $7.88 |
Base Fare | $1.45 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.35 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.24 |
Uber Pet
Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $28-$94 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $107-$233 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $128-$241 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $25-$27 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $26-$29 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $30-$32 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $176-$194 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.65 |
Minimum Fare | $7.88 |
Base Fare | $1.45 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.35 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.24 |
Uber Comfort
Extra Leg Room Vehicle
Extra Spacious
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $28-$116 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $97-$232 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $137-$254 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $24-$26 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $26-$29 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $29-$32 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $186-$205 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $3.45 |
Minimum Fare | $10.00 |
Base Fare | $1.88 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.33 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.37 |
Lyft XL
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $28-$86 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $140-$450 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $165-$500 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $26-$30 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $30-$35 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $31-$36 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $255-$280 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $6.00 |
Base Fare | $2.85 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.01 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.35 |
UberXL
Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $37-$124 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $131-$297 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $174-$324 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $30-$33 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $33-$36 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $36-$40 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $251-$276 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $3.00 |
Minimum Fare | $9.00 |
Base Fare | $2.85 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.01 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.36 |
Taxi
Standard Taxi Service
Accepts Cash
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $2.75 |
Base Fare | $2.75 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.51 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.35 |
Lyft Lux
Luxury Premium Cars
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $35-$80 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $185-$390 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $210-$450 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $26-$30 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $31-$36 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $32-$36 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $270-$297 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $6.00 |
Base Fare | $4.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.56 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.35 |
Uber Black
Luxury Black Car Service
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $55-$147 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $299-$670 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $325-$724 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $43-$47 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $49-$54 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $53-$58 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $403-$443 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $15.75 |
Base Fare | $7.75 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $3.26 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.40 |
Lyft Lux Black
Luxury Black Cars
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $49-$105 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $240-$500 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $280-$550 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $34-$39 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $40-$46 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $42-$48 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $345-$373 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $12.90 |
Base Fare | $7.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $3.26 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.40 |
Uber Black SUV
Luxury Black Sport Utility Vehicle Service
Extra Spacious
Luxury
SUV
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $67-$178 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $344-$770 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $373-$830 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $54-$59 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $61-$67 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $65-$72 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $461-$507 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $20.75 |
Base Fare | $14.75 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $3.86 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.45 |
Lyft Lux Black XL
Luxury Black Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport | $60-$105 |
Milwaukee to Dane County Regional Truax Field | $285-$550 |
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare International Airport | $320-$600 |
Milwaukee to Butler | $44-$50 |
Milwaukee to Elm Grove | $50-$58 |
Milwaukee to Fox Point | $52-$60 |
Milwaukee to Chicago | $410-$447 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $17.90 |
Base Fare | $14.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $3.86 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.45 |
Distance: 19.71 miles
Duration: 33 minutes
Cost of Driving: $3.41
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Average Fare Estimate
(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Milwaukee is Lyft, which is 2.80% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Milwaukee.Estimated Airport Fares
(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Milwaukee to a nearby airport is Lyft to General Mitchell International Airport at an average of $32.00Fares by Day of Week
(Within City Limits) The cheapest day for Uber rides is on Sunday, while the most expensive day is on Monday. Similarly, the cheapest day to use Lyft is on Wednesday, while the most expensive day to use the service is on Monday.Average Price by Hour
The cheapest time for Lyft in Milwaukee is around 11AM at $15.96, and the most expensive time is around 7AM at $26.71. The cheapest time for Uber is around 11AM at $17.46, and the most expensive time is around 7AM at $28.79.Average Uber Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Average Lyft Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Uber is available and running in Milwaukee, WI. There are 10 levels of Uber service in Milwaukee, WI, which are Black, Black Hourly, Black SUV, Black SUV Hourly, Comfort, Connect, Uber Green, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Milwaukee, WI. There are 5 levels of Lyft service in Milwaukee, WI, which are Lux, Luxsuv, Plus, Premier and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Milwaukee, WI to General Mitchell International Airport, which is 8.84 miles and takes 26 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $21.06 compared to an estimated $19.62 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 6% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Milwaukee is $7.88, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Milwaukee is $4.77.
The cost per mile for Uber Connect is $0.99. The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.23. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.33. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.35. The cost per mile for Uber Green is $1.35. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $1.35. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.01. The cost per mile for UberXL is $2.01. The cost per mile for Lyft Premier is $2.56. The cost per mile for Lyft Lux is $3.26. The cost per mile for Uber Black is $3.26. The cost per mile for Lyft Luxsuv is $3.86. The cost per mile for Uber Black SUV is $3.86. The cost per mile for Uber Black Hourly is $4.24. The cost per mile for Uber Black SUV Hourly is $5.02.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Milwaukee and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Milwaukee, WI, with a total of 10 compared to the 5 offered by Lyft.
While there certainly are risks to riding in a vehicle driven by a stranger, the vast majority of Uber and Lyft rides in Milwaukee are safe. Both Uber and Lyft perform criminal background checks on drivers and have minimum requirements for vehicles. Both services utilize technology to determine if vehicles are driving off course, and allow you to share your ride location in real-time with a friend or family member. Both services have features within the app to immediately request help and will notify police in the Milwaukee area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Milwaukee, WI.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Milwaukee area are earning a modest income from driving, and margins continue to shrink when the cost of gas, insurance, parts, and vehicles increases in price. Tip drivers that provide a level of service that meets or exceeds your expectations. Most tips fall within the 10%-20% range of the cost of the trip.
Uber Pet is available in Milwaukee, WI, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Milwaukee, WI, drivers are allowed to refuse riders that include non-service dogs or cats. Service dogs are always permitted to ride with owners. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber Car Seat is currently unavailable in Milwaukee, WI. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Milwaukee, WI. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Milwaukee, WI. Only drivers can contact the Uber helpline at (800) 593-7069. For emergencies, contact 800-353-UBER. You can also click on 'help' within the app to send a message, or by filling out the contact form at https://help.uber.com.
Lyft does not offer phone support for riders in Milwaukee, WI. Only drivers can contact Lyft 24/7, by clicking on the phone icon within the driver app or dialing (888) 981-5226. Riders may contact Lyft by clicking help within the app, or by filling out the contact form at https://help.lyft.com.
Based on approximate estimations from random samples of fares from the center of Milwaukee, WI to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, the UberX service is approximately $156, while the standard Lyft economy service is approximately $193. It is important to note that fares can vary based on location within the city and time of day. Based on these approximate estimations, UberX is the cheaper option. We recommend using Up Hail to check for accurate, real-time pricing for your specific location and time. The airport code is ORD. It is important to note that the data displayed here was gathered from a comprehensive sample of actual, random fares taken within the city limits. For a more accurate comparison, we recommend using the fare calculator provided at the top of the page.
Based on approximate estimations taken from random samples of fares from the city center, UberX is cheaper than Lyft economy service for a trip from Milwaukee, WI to Dane County Regional Truax Field, with UberX costing approximately $141 and Lyft approximately $166. However, fares can vary based on location within the city and time, so it is recommended to check for accurate real-time prices on Up Hail. Please note that all prices mentioned are estimations and subject to change. Keep in mind that the data presented here is based on a large sample of actual fares within the city. For a more accurate comparison, we suggest using the fare calculator at the top of the page.
Based on approximate estimations taken from random samples of fares from the city center, both UberX and standard Lyft economy service are available from Milwaukee, WI to General Mitchell International Airport. The current approximate estimate for a ride with UberX is approximately $31 and approximately $32 for standard Lyft economy service. Please note that these prices are for reference only and may vary based on location within the city, surge pricing, or time of day. As for which is the cheaper option, Uber is slightly cheaper than Lyft for trips to General Mitchell International Airport. We recommend using Up Hail to check for accurate real-time estimates. The airport code for General Mitchell International Airport is MKE. It is important to note that the data displayed here was gathered from a comprehensive sample of actual, random fares taken within the city limits. For a more accurate comparison, we recommend using the fare calculator provided at the top of the page.
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Milwaukee here, including sights to see, popular destinations, and city information. Once you know where to go, you can also view fare estimates, rates, and transportation options to find out how to get there.
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Milwaukee area airports below! You can also see FAQs and, for arrivals here, some popular routes to travel once you touch down.
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Milwaukee. There’s a range of prices for every service, so you can make sure to choose the cheapest option, as well as some basic information about the trip like the distance and duration of the ride.
To really get a feel for Milwaukee’s flavor, try experiencing a new neighborhood—you never know what you might find with attractions like art, natural beauty, or local history and culture, as well as built tourist attractions like zoos or theme parks.
Both too many and too few options can make trip planning hard! If you’re struggling with things to do or places to go, here’s a list of popular destinations in Milwaukee based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin is an incorporated American city in Milwaukee County. Milwaukee is in the America/Chicago time zone. The population of Milwaukee is 1,365,787. The population density is 2,369 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5. The percentage of females in Milwaukee is 51.9%, and the percentage of males is 48.1% The average home value is $121,544. The median household income is $41,838. The median rent is $858. The home ownership rate is 41.4%. The average family size is 3.38 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 30%. The unemployment rate in is 6.8%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 64.7%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 24.6%. The racial composition of Milwaukee is: 44.4% Caucasion, 38.7% African American, 4.3% Asian, 0.6% Native American, 4% Multiracial, 8% Other.
Up Hail helps you save money on a taxi near me, ride hailing, ridesharing, and the best car services such as Uber, Lyft, and Taxis in Milwaukee County and Milwaukee, WI. Up Hail helps riders & drivers compare Uber vs. Lyft to find out who is cheaper, and to find fare estimates, prices and rates for Lyft Lux, Lyft Luxsuv, Lyft Plus, Lyft Premier, Lyft Standard, Uber Black, Uber Black Hourly, Uber Black SUV, Uber Black SUV Hourly, Uber Comfort, Uber Connect, Uber Green, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL in Wisconsin, US. Get a lift and find the lowest cost and best options to an airport near me. You can use Up Hail to find the safe ride fee, minimum fare, base fare, cancellation fee, cost per mile, or cost per minute for different ride services like Uber, Taxi, Lyft. You can also find customer service information, phone numbers, and more. Rates cover zip codes: 53201, 53202, 53203, 53204, 53205, 53206, 53207, 53208, 53209, 53210, 53211, 53212, 53213, 53214, 53215, 53216, 53218, 53219, 53220, 53221, 53222, 53223, 53224, 53225, 53226, 53227, 53228, 53233, 53237, 53259, 53263, 53274, 532