By the Milwaukee to O’Hare dispatch team
Last updated: November 6, 2026
Quick answer: Airport car service to Northwestern in Evanston, Loyola in Rogers Park or downtown, and the University of Chicago in Hyde Park, from O’Hare, Midway and Milwaukee Mitchell. Evanston is 25 to 45 minutes from O’Hare and 45 to 70 from Midway; Hyde Park is 25 to 40 from Midway and 45 to 75 from O’Hare; Loyola’s Lake Shore campus is 30 to 50 from O’Hare. SUVs for move-in loads, sedans for a student alone, Sprinters for a family group at graduation, and a chauffeur who meets inside at baggage claim for international students and first-time arrivals. Wisconsin families drive down with us too: Milwaukee to Evanston is about 75 minutes, $249 by sedan [confirm]. Text (414) 387-6619 with the flight and the campus building.
Student flying in? Text (414) 387-6619 the flight number, the campus and the building. We meet inside and drop at the residence hall door.
Three Campuses, Three Different Rides
| Campus | Where | From O’Hare | From Midway | From Milwaukee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern, Evanston campus | Evanston, on the lake, north of the city | 25 to 45 min | 45 to 70 min | About 75 min via I-94 |
| Northwestern, Chicago campus (Streeterville) | Downtown, Feinberg and Kellogg | 30 to 60 min | 25 to 45 min | About 90 min |
| Loyola, Lake Shore campus | Rogers Park, 1032 W Sheridan Rd | 30 to 50 min | 45 to 65 min | About 80 min |
| Loyola, Water Tower campus | Near North Michigan Ave | 30 to 60 min | 25 to 45 min | About 90 min |
| University of Chicago | Hyde Park, South Side | 45 to 75 min | 25 to 40 min | About 1 h 50 |
Tell us the building, not just the school: the two Northwestern campuses are 14 miles apart, the two Loyola campuses 8. See O’Hare airport service, Midway airport service and Milwaukee to Chicago car service.
Which Airport for Which Campus
| Campus | Better airport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Evanston | O’Hare | Half the drive of Midway; more nonstops |
| Loyola Lake Shore | O’Hare | Rogers Park is on the North Side |
| UChicago Hyde Park | Midway | South Side; O’Hare adds 30 to 40 minutes in traffic |
| Downtown campuses | Either | Pick by fare; Midway slightly closer |
| Flying in from the East or South | Either; Midway for Southwest | We handle both; never book the airport by the car ride, book by the flight |
Move-In, Move-Out and the Big Weekends
| Occasion | When (check the school calendar) | What to book |
|---|---|---|
| Fall move-in | Mid to late September at Northwestern (quarter system); late August at Loyola and UChicago | SUV: a student’s move-in load fills one; two students, a Sprinter |
| Family and parents’ weekends | October at all three | Sedan or SUV from the airport to a hotel near campus; hourly for the weekend |
| Thanksgiving and winter break | Late November; mid-December | Student alone to the airport; book the return now too |
| Spring break and spring quarter | March | Same |
| Graduation and commencement | Mid-June at Northwestern and UChicago; May at Loyola | A family group in a Sprinter; hourly for the day; separate airport departures |
| Campus visits and admitted-student days | Spring and fall | Family in an SUV, airport to campus to hotel |
Residence hall unloading rules change by term; we drop at the door the school names and the chauffeur helps carry. See group transportation and Sprinters and hourly chauffeur service.
International Students and First Arrivals
| Situation | What we do |
|---|---|
| International arrival at O’Hare Terminal 5 | Chauffeur waits in the public arrivals hall after customs with a name sign; clearance can take an hour, and we wait |
| Student traveling alone, first time in Chicago | Meet inside; the chauffeur texts the student and the parent at pickup and at drop-off |
| Parent and student on different flights | Group within 45 minutes into one car; otherwise two cars, one account |
| Unaccompanied minor (airline program) | A named adult must sign for the minor; tell us and we comply with the airline’s handoff rules [confirm policy] |
| Visiting faculty and researchers | Sedan, met inside, receipts by email; departmental billing available |
See airport meet and greet and O’Hare international arrivals.
Prices
| Ride | Sedan | SUV | Sprinter |
|---|---|---|---|
| O’Hare to Evanston, Rogers Park or downtown | Ask | Ask | By quote |
| Midway to Hyde Park or downtown | Ask | Ask | By quote |
| Milwaukee to Evanston or downtown | $249 [confirm] | Ask | By quote |
| Hourly for a campus day (graduation, visits) | Ask | Ask | Five-hour minimum |
Tolls and the airport wait are included; no surge on move-in weekends. The written quote names the campus building. See all Wisconsin routes for families coming from Madison, Green Bay or the Fox Valley.
Why Families Use Us for Campus Rides
| Met inside, texted both ways | Parents in Wisconsin or Shanghai get the pickup and drop-off texts |
| The number is the number | Fixed price before the ride, no surge on move-in day |
| Cars on both ends | Chauffeurs working O’Hare daily; based in Milwaukee for the Wisconsin families |
| Chicago-licensed | City of Chicago-licensed chauffeurs for rides inside the city |
| Backed by Pharaoh’s Transportation | 10 years, 4.9 stars from 317 Google reviews |
See our chauffeurs and reviews.
What Riders Say
“Way beyond the service I expected.” — Mark D., Google review
“Murad is a pro.” — J. A., Google review (pickup at ORD in busy conditions)
“On time, courteous, professional.” — Gail K., Google review
Quick Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Campuses | Northwestern (Evanston, Streeterville), Loyola (Lake Shore, Water Tower), UChicago (Hyde Park) |
| O’Hare to Evanston | 25 to 45 min |
| Midway to Hyde Park | 25 to 40 min |
| Milwaukee to Evanston | About 75 min, $249 sedan [confirm] |
| Meet inside | Yes, on request, including after customs |
| Operated by | Pharaoh’s Transportation, 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, WI 53207 |
| Phone | (414) 387-6619 |
| Hours | 24 hours a day |
Ready to book? Text (414) 387-6619 or book online. Fixed price before the ride, flight watched, open all night.
Related Routes and Guides
- O’Hare airport service
- Midway airport service
- O’Hare to downtown Chicago
- Midway to downtown Chicago
- Milwaukee to Chicago car service
- Chicago and the suburbs
- airport meet and greet
- group transportation and Sprinters
- hourly chauffeur service
- O’Hare international flights
- Madison to O’Hare for college breaks
- Airport car service
Milwaukee to O’Hare is a division of Pharaoh’s Transportation, 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, WI 53207, two minutes from Milwaukee Mitchell Airport. We serve Milwaukee, all of Wisconsin, Chicago, the Chicago suburbs and Northwest Indiana, 24 hours a day. Find us on Google.
About the Dispatch Team
This guide was written by the Milwaukee to O’Hare dispatch team, part of Pharaoh’s Transportation. We drive students and families between the Chicago airports, Evanston, Rogers Park, Hyde Park and Wisconsin every term. Our chauffeurs are background-checked, licensed and insured, and we have run this corridor for more than ten years. Call or text (414) 387-6619, open 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is O’Hare or Midway closer to Northwestern’s Evanston campus?
O’Hare, 25 to 45 minutes. Midway is 45 to 70.
Which airport for the University of Chicago?
Midway, 25 to 40 minutes to Hyde Park. O’Hare is 45 to 75 and adds traffic.
Which Loyola campus should the chauffeur use?
Lake Shore in Rogers Park for most undergraduates; Water Tower downtown for law, business and some graduate programs. Tell us the building.
Can one SUV fit a student’s move-in belongings?
Usually. See the fleet.
Does a chauffeur meet international students after customs?
Yes. See airport meet and greet.
Can parents and the student arrive on different flights?
Yes. Flights within 45 minutes ride together; otherwise two cars on one account.
Can we book a car for graduation day by the hour?
Yes. See hourly chauffeur service.
Do you drive Wisconsin families to Chicago campuses?
Yes. See Milwaukee to Chicago car service and Madison to Chicago.
Can a student book a ride to the airport for break without a parent present?
Yes. A parent can book and pay; the student gets the chauffeur’s text and the pickup time.
Do you handle unaccompanied minors?
With the airline’s handoff rules and a named adult; tell us when booking. [confirm]
What should the quote say?
The campus building, the airport and terminal, the vehicle, the price with tolls, and the meet-inside option.
How do I book?
Text or call (414) 387-6619, or book online.
