The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 14 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Milwaukee, WI on Thu, Nov 06, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
329 Hiawatha Service
329 Hiawatha Service
331 Hiawatha Service
331 Hiawatha Service
341 Hiawatha Service
329 Hiawatha Service
331 Hiawatha Service
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337 Hiawatha ServiceTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€24 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
329 Hiawatha Service | 12:10 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h39 | 1:49 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
329 Hiawatha Service | 12:10 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 1:23 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
331 Hiawatha Service | 2:25 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h39 | 4:04 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
331 Hiawatha Service | 2:25 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 3:38 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
1333 Borealis | 5:10 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h15 | 6:25 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
1333 Borealis | 5:10 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h32 | 6:42 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
335 Hiawatha Service | 7:05 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h39 | 8:44 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
335 Hiawatha Service | 7:05 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 8:18 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
337 Hiawatha Service | 9:15 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 10:28 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
337 Hiawatha Service | 9:15 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h39 | 10:54 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
339 Hiawatha Service | 11:08 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h19 | 12:27 AM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
339 Hiawatha Service | 11:08 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h47 | 12:55 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
341 Hiawatha Service | 2:05 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 3:18 AM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
341 Hiawatha Service | 2:05 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h29 | 3:34 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from St. Paul Avenue.
- Milwaukee ChopHouse
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- The Pfister Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 2: intercity bus services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Hiawatha Service to Chicago
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