Written by the Pharaoh’s Transportation dispatch team, 5151 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee. Rated 4.9 from 302 Google reviews; every chauffeur is background-checked, licensed and insured.
Quick answer: A Notre Dame home game from Milwaukee is about 3 hours each way through Chicago, and South Bend is on Eastern Time, an hour ahead. Pharaoh’s runs it as a same-day round trip (pickup about 4.5 hours before kickoff, Central Time) or as an overnight with the chauffeur staying with the group. A Sprinter seats 13 to 15 with the tailgate gear; an SUV seats 6. We also pick up in Kenosha, Racine and the Chicago suburbs on the way. Call (414) 322-3751.
Headed to South Bend?
Send the game, the headcount and whether you are staying over. We quote both options in writing.
Key takeaways
- About 3 hours from Milwaukee, longer in Chicago traffic.
- South Bend is on Eastern Time; we put every time in Central on your confirmation.
- Same-day trips leave about 4.5 hours before kickoff (Central).
- Overnights avoid a midnight drive after night games.
- Pickups in Kenosha, Racine and the Chicago suburbs fit on the way.
In this guide
- Same day or overnight
- The route and the clock
- Picking up along the way
- Vehicles for a South Bend trip
- Book with Pharaoh’s or one of our divisions
- This season’s home games
- How to book
- Why book with Pharaoh’s
- Frequently asked questions
Same day or overnight
The first decision for every Notre Dame trip.
Same-day round trip
Leave Milwaukee in the morning, tailgate on campus, watch the game and ride home. Best for afternoon kickoffs, and the way to go when South Bend hotels are sold out or overpriced.
Overnight
For night games, or a full weekend with Friday on campus. The chauffeur stays with the group, or we run two separate legs. See long-distance service for multi-day trips.
How to choose
| Kickoff (Eastern) | Same-day home by about (Central) | Our suggestion |
|---|---|---|
| Noon ET | 8:00 to 9:00 PM | Same day |
| 3:30 PM ET | 11:00 PM to midnight | Same day or overnight |
| 7:30 PM ET | 2:00 to 3:00 AM | Overnight |
The route and the clock
Through Chicago, into a different time zone.
The drive
Milwaukee to South Bend runs I-94 south through Chicago and onto the Indiana Toll Road: about 3 hours with clear roads. The Chicago stretch decides the day, so dispatch builds in a buffer for Saturday traffic.
Eastern Time
Notre Dame publishes kickoffs in Eastern Time. A 3:30 PM ET kickoff is 2:30 PM in Milwaukee. Your confirmation shows every time in Central so nobody does the math on the morning of the game.
Pickup times
| Kickoff (ET / CT) | Pickup in Milwaukee (CT) | With a long tailgate |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM / 11:00 AM | About 6:30 AM | About 5:30 AM |
| 3:30 PM / 2:30 PM | About 10:00 AM | About 9:00 AM |
| 7:30 PM / 6:30 PM | About 2:00 PM | About 1:00 PM |
Picking up along the way
One vehicle, several towns.
Wisconsin
| Pickup | Drive to South Bend |
|---|---|
| Milwaukee | About 3 hours |
| Kenosha and Racine | About 2.5 hours |
| Lake Geneva | About 3 hours |
Illinois and Indiana
| Pickup | Drive to South Bend |
|---|---|
| Chicago North Shore suburbs | About 2 to 2.5 hours |
| Downtown Chicago | About 1.5 to 2 hours |
| Northwest Indiana | About 1 to 1.5 hours |
Trips start or end in Wisconsin; rides only within Chicago are not offered here [CONFIRM licensing].
Hotels full?
Home weekends sell out South Bend. A same-day round trip skips the hotel entirely.
Vehicles for a South Bend trip
Long drive, so comfort matters.
Sprinters for 13 to 15
Alumni groups and friends: room to stand, the gear in the back and a 3-hour drive that feels short. See the Mercedes Sprinter and the Executive Sprinter.
Premium SUV, up to 6
Families and parents visiting a student. See SUV service.
Two or more vehicles
Bigger alumni clubs travel as one coordinated charter. See the charter guide.
Book with Pharaoh’s or one of our divisions
Notre Dame trips can be booked on any of our three sites; they all go to one dispatch team.
Where to book
Book on pharaohstransportation.com, on our O’Hare and Midway division milwaukeetoohare.com, or on our statewide division wisconsinlimoservice.com. All three share one office at 5151 S Howell Ave, one 24/7 dispatch line, (414) 322-3751, and the same fleet.
What is the same on every site
Professional chauffeurs who are background-checked, licensed and insured; a written rate before the ride; and a company rated 4.9 from 302 Google reviews.
This season’s home games
Updated each season. Kickoffs shown in Central and Eastern Time and can change.
Remaining home games
| Date | Opponent | Kickoff |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 7 | Miami (FL) | 6:30 PM CT / 7:30 PM ET |
| Sat, Nov 14 | Boston College | 2:30 PM CT / 3:30 PM ET |
| Sat, Nov 21 | SMU | 6:30 PM CT / 7:30 PM ET |
How to book
Booking takes about two minutes online or by phone.
Step 1: Pick the game
Date and kickoff.
Step 2: Choose same day or overnight
We quote both if you are unsure.
Step 3: Count the group
Headcount and tailgate gear.
Step 4: List the pickups
Milwaukee, Kenosha, Chicago or more.
Step 5: Get it in writing
Every time in Central on one confirmation: (414) 322-3751 or book online.
Why book with Pharaoh’s
Proof you can check
Pharaoh’s Transportation is rated 4.9 from 302 Google reviews. The office is at 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, about five minutes from Milwaukee Mitchell Airport.
The fleet
11 premium SUVs, an Executive Sprinter for 13, a 14-passenger van and a Mercedes Sprinter for 15 [CONFIRM counts]. See the fleet.
Safety and service
Every chauffeur is background-checked, licensed and insured. Dispatch answers 24 hours a day at (414) 322-3751, and every rate is confirmed in writing before the ride.
Related guides
- Milwaukee to Indiana car service
- Sporting events transportation
- Game day from Milwaukee: every venue
- Long-distance service
- Charter guide
Quick Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service | Notre Dame football trips from Milwaukee |
| Venue | Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend, IN |
| Drive | About 3 hours each way |
| Time zone | Eastern; confirmations show Central |
| Office | 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, WI 53207 |
| Phone | (414) 322-3751, 24/7 |
| Rating | 4.9 from 302 Google reviews |
Frequently asked questions
Planning
How long is the drive from Milwaukee to South Bend?
About 3 hours, more with Saturday traffic in Chicago.
Should we do the trip in one day?
Yes for noon and afternoon kickoffs; overnight is easier for night games.
What time zone is Notre Dame in?
Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Milwaukee.
Can you pick up in Chicago on the way?
Yes, in the suburbs or downtown as part of a trip from Wisconsin.
Game day
Where do you drop us off?
At an agreed point near campus [CONFIRM South Bend drop-off practice].
Can we tailgate?
Yes; pickup is set earlier and the gear rides in the back.
Where does the chauffeur wait?
Near campus for the whole game on a same-day trip.
What time do we get home after a night game?
Around 2 to 3 AM, which is why we suggest an overnight.
Booking
How is it priced?
Per vehicle for the round trip, or per day for overnights, confirmed in writing.
Do you book hotels?
No, but the chauffeur can stay with the group on an overnight trip.
What if we have more than 15 people?
We send two vehicles on one booking.
Are chauffeurs licensed and insured?
Yes, every chauffeur is background-checked, licensed and insured.
Ready to reserve?
Book online or call dispatch any hour. Rate confirmed in writing before you ride.
About the dispatch team
This guide is written by the Pharaoh’s Transportation dispatch team, who plan these rides every week from the office at 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, WI 53207. Dispatch answers 24 hours a day at (414) 322-3751. Related: Indiana · sporting events · fleet · limo prices · about us.
