O’Hare Parking vs. a Ride From Wisconsin: Real Cost
By the Local Limo Network editorial team · Sources: Chicago Department of Aviation, IRS, Illinois Tollway · Local Limo Network is operated by Eagles Media; some companies mentioned are paid listings.
Quick answer: O’Hare parking starts at $16 a day in Lots G and H, while the Main Garage is $79 a day. From Milwaukee, add about 150 miles of round-trip driving, roughly $109 at the IRS mileage rate, plus Illinois tolls. For a short solo trip, budget parking usually wins. For long trips, families and groups, a round-trip private ride priced per vehicle often costs about the same as parking in the closer lots, with no shuttle or late-night drive.
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In this guide
- O’Hare parking at a glance
- Worked example: a two-week trip
- Taking a ride to O’Hare instead
- Quick facts
- Frequently asked questions
- About Local Limo Network
O’Hare parking at a glance
O’Hare parking comes in four kinds, with a big price gap. Rates include taxes, from the Chicago Department of Aviation (checked October 2026).
| Parking area | 24-hour rate | How you reach the terminal | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Lot G or H (Bessie Coleman Drive) | $16 per day | Shuttle bus to the Multi-Modal Facility, then the free Airport Transit System (ATS) train | Longest trips on a budget |
| Economy Lot F (Multi-Modal Facility, covered) | $30 per day | Board the ATS train in the same building | Covered parking without terminal prices |
| Daily Lots B and C | $43 per day | Walk or connect to the terminals | Short trips, closer in |
| Main Garage (hourly) | $79 per day | Walk to Terminals 1, 2 and 3 | Pickups and very short stays |
See economy, daily and garage rates. Shuttles and the ATS run 24 hours, every 5 to 10 minutes.
Worked example: a two-week trip
Now take a two-week vacation, 14 days of parking.
| Parking choice | Parking (14 days) | Plus driving (about $109) | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Lot G | $224 | $109 | About $333 plus tolls |
| Economy Lot F | $420 | $109 | About $529 plus tolls |
| Daily Lot B or C | $602 | $109 | About $711 plus tolls |
| Main Garage | $1,106 | $109 | About $1,215 plus tolls |
Driving is about $109 at the IRS rate of 72.5 cents a mile. On long trips, a round-trip ride priced per vehicle often comes close to parking in the closer lots, so get a quote and compare.
Taking a ride to O’Hare instead
A private car goes from your door to the terminal curb and, on the way back, meets you when you land. You choose the vehicle: a sedan for up to three, an SUV for up to about six, or a Sprinter van for a larger group. Pricing is per vehicle, so it gets cheaper per person as the group grows. See what a limo quote should include.
On this corridor, Milwaukee to O’Hare, a division of Milwaukee-based Pharaoh’s Transportation, drives between Milwaukee, O’Hare, Midway and Chicago in both directions. See its Milwaukee to O’Hare car service or O’Hare airport car service.
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Quick facts
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cheapest O’Hare parking | Economy Lot G or H, $16 per day |
| Covered economy | Lot F, $30 per day |
| Daily Lots B and C | $43 per day |
| Main Garage | $79 per day |
| Shuttles and ATS | Free, 24 hours, every 5 to 10 minutes |
| Milwaukee to O’Hare | About 75 miles each way |
| IRS 2026 mileage rate | 72.5 cents per mile |
Frequently asked questions
How much is parking at O’Hare per day?
Economy Lots G and H are $16 per day, Economy Lot F is $30, Daily Lots B and C are $43 and the Main Garage is $79, including taxes, as of October 2026.
What is the cheapest parking at O’Hare?
Economy Lot G at $16 per day, with a shuttle to the Multi-Modal Facility and the free ATS train to the terminals.
How do I get from economy parking to my terminal?
From Lots G and H, take the shuttle bus to the Multi-Modal Facility, then the free ATS train. From Lot F, board the ATS in the same building.
How far is O’Hare from Milwaukee?
About 75 miles from downtown Milwaukee, roughly 1.5 hours without heavy traffic.
What does it really cost to drive to O’Hare from Milwaukee?
At the IRS business rate of 72.5 cents per mile, the 150-mile round trip is about $109, plus Illinois tolls and parking.
Is a ride to O’Hare cheaper than parking?
For short solo trips, budget parking usually costs less. For long trips, groups and families, a round-trip ride priced per vehicle often comes close to or below parking in the closer lots.
Are there tolls between Milwaukee and O’Hare?
Yes, on the Illinois Tri-State Tollway section. Wisconsin has no tolls.
What’s best for a 6 a.m. flight from Wisconsin?
A private car, because it avoids a predawn drive, the shuttle transfer and the first-train schedule.
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