The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€27
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 €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 14 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Milwaukee, WI on Tue, May 05, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 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 Tue, May 05 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 Service6:10 AM1h29Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL7:39 AMMilwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI€221One-way0 transfers
329 Hiawatha Service6:10 AM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL7:23 AMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€221One-way0 transfers
331 Hiawatha Service8:25 AM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL9:38 AMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€241One-way0 transfers
335 Hiawatha Service1:05 PM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL2:18 PMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€241One-way0 transfers
341 Hiawatha Service8:05 PM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL9:18 PMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€241One-way0 transfers
329 Hiawatha Service6:10 AM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL7:23 AMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€221One-way0 transfers
331 Hiawatha Service8:25 AM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL9:38 AMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€241One-way0 transfers
335 Hiawatha Service1:05 PM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL2:18 PMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€241One-way0 transfers
341 Hiawatha Service8:05 PM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL9:18 PMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€241One-way0 transfers
337 Hiawatha Service3:15 PM1h13Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL4:28 PMAirport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 134 km
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€25 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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337 Hiawatha Service | 3:15 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 4:28 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
337 Hiawatha Service | 3:15 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h29 | 4:44 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
339 Hiawatha Service | 5:08 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h19 | 6:27 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
339 Hiawatha Service | 5:08 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h37 | 6:45 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
341 Hiawatha Service | 8:05 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 9:18 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
341 Hiawatha Service | 8:05 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h29 | 9:34 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
329 Hiawatha Service | 6:10 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h29 | 7:39 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
329 Hiawatha Service | 6:10 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 7:23 AM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
331 Hiawatha Service | 8:25 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 9:38 AM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
331 Hiawatha Service | 8:25 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h29 | 9:54 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
1333 Borealis | 11:10 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h15 | 12:25 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
1333 Borealis | 11:10 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h32 | 12:42 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
335 Hiawatha Service | 1:05 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h13 | 2:18 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
335 Hiawatha Service | 1:05 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1h29 | 2:34 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Trains from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI from €16. 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milwaukee, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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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