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How to get to Milwaukee by train
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- Trips per day
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- 4
- Stations
- 2
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About Milwaukee
Nestling on the banks of the great Lake Michigan, Milwaukee has some of the most scenic views around, making it every photographer’s perfect destination. Boasting 85 miles of scenic waterfront bike lanes, Milwaukee is the perfect spot to ride a bike and enjoy the sunset together with your friends. It is also the home of the Harley Davidson Museum, a vast waterfront gallery that offers 11 permanent exhibitions. The museum features not only bikes but also special items such as a whole engine room, making it a must-visit spot for bike enthusiasts. If you are not interested in bikes, the Basilica of St. Josaphat, which is modeled after St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, offers many wondrous shots.
Milwaukee’s famous German bratwursts are a must-try for all visitors, and the best place to enjoy this dish is Usinger’s. Other similar establishments include Mader’s and Milwaukee Public Market. For authentic American eats, Leon's Frozen Custard Drive-In offers amazing sloppy-joe burgers.
The Milwaukee Intermodal Station is the city’s main transportation hub. Visitors can catch both buses and trains at this location. The city is served by two airports. The Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport on the southern edge of the city handles commercial flights, while the Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport in the northwest handles private flights.
Station Information
The Milwaukee Intermodal Station is the major transportation hub for rail and bus travel in Wisconsin. The station is Amtrak’s second busiest in the Midwest. It acts as a gateway for long-distance travel into the American West and also connects Milwaukee to the surrounding Midwest states via the Hiawatha service. Renovated in 2007, the Intermodal Station now also offers a range of intercity bus services from carriers, including Greyhound and Jefferson Lines. Local bus routes and The Hop streetcar service provide convenient local travel around Milwaukee. Located in the city’s downtown, The Intermodal Station has vast retail spaces, several museums, and pleasant waterways all on its doorstep.
Popular train stations in Milwaukee:
- Intermodal Station - 433 W ST Paul Ave
- Airport - 5601 S 6th St
What train companies travel to Milwaukee, WI?
Located in Wisconsin, Milwaukee is accessible by train from 28 other cities. You can choose from 127 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Milwaukee on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Milwaukee are also available.
Train companies serving Milwaukee
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 262 | 17 hr, 40 min | CZK 3,286.62 |
| Amtrak Hiawatha | 3 | 1 hr, 15 min | CZK 566.89 |
| Amtrak Empire Builder | 27 | 7 hr, 1 min | CZK 2,933.59 |
| Amtrak Borealis | 11 | 2 hr, 34 min | CZK 970.58 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Since 1971, the Amtrak Hiawatha Service has operated along an 86-mile track from Milwaukee to Chicago. Amtrak Hiawatha offers a fast connection between the two cities, with an average journey time of only 90 minutes. Each train comes equipped with onboard WiFi and checked luggage options. Unfortunately, there is no cafe car onboard, so pack snacks if traveling makes you hangry.
The Amtrak Empire Builder is a long-distance passenger rail service that has been in operation since 1929. The full 2,200-mile route takes 45 hours to connect Chicago with the Pacific Northwest. Don’t let the length of the trip intimidate you; the Empire Builder is one of Amtrak’s most popular services, and often rated as the most scenic train route in the country. The sightseer lounge, home to enormous windows, is the perfect place to drink in the incredible views of the Mississippi River, the North Dakota Plains, Glacier National Park, and the Columbia River Gorge. Overnight trips on the Empire Builder include the option to book sleeper cabins, for a more comfortable journey and included meals. All passengers can purchase meals or snacks in the cafe car.
Which train carrier has the best service to Milwaukee?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Milwaukee by train with Amtrak Hiawatha, giving it a 4.9 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Empire Builder had the most comfortable train service to Milwaukee, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Empire Builder at 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Milwaukee punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Hiawatha has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Milwaukee, rating it 4.9 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 194.81 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Milwaukee, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Milwaukee. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Milwaukee was CZK 216.45.
Cheapest Price
CZK 194.81
The most popular train stations in Milwaukee are Intermodal Station - 433 W ST Paul Ave and Airport - 5601 S 6th St. Intermodal Station - 433 W ST Paul Ave is the busiest, with the most train arrivals.
The closest airport to Milwaukee is General Mitchell Intl Airport (MKE), located 6.3 miles from the city center of Milwaukee.
Milwaukee is the most popular train destination in Wisconsin. Milwaukee ranks number 41 among train destinations in the country. Milwaukee has the most train connections in Wisconsin. There are 73 direct train schedules arriving in Milwaukee each day.
The population of Milwaukee is 600,155. It is the largest city in Wisconsin. It ranks number 25 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Milwaukee, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 194.81. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Milwaukee starts at CZK 324.68. A longer trip by train to Milwaukee can be as cheap as CZK 627.71. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 411.26.
People who take the train to Milwaukee are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Milwaukee easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Milwaukee is Intermodal Station - 433 W ST Paul Ave, located just 0.6 miles away. Select Intermodal Station - 433 W ST Paul Ave as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Milwaukee. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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