How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Indianapolis start at $84. The average price for this train route is around $97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?

The average train trip from Milwaukee to Indianapolis takes 7h 49m and covers 393 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Indianapolis route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?

The earliest train from Milwaukee to Indianapolis departs at 8:05am. The latest train departs at 3:10pm.

Train Milwaukee to Indianapolis from $79 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:35pm	Intermodal Station	6h 15m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
5:44pm	Intermodal Station	8h 6m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
5:55pm	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:35pm	Intermodal Station	6h 15m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:15am	Intermodal Station	7h 35m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
5:44pm	Intermodal Station	8h 6m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
6:26am	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 24m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00pm	Intermodal Station	7h 49m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:15am	Intermodal Station	7h 35m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:35pm	Intermodal Station	6h 15m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
		7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00pm	Intermodal Station	7h 49m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:15am	Intermodal Station	7h 35m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
5:44pm	Intermodal Station	8h 6m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:35pm	Intermodal Station	6h 15m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
5:44pm	Intermodal Station	8h 6m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
5:55pm	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 55m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:12 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

393 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$47 - $274	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$84 - $518	Average Duration7h 49m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Milwaukee and Indianapolis?

Milwaukee

A
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5620 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $84

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Indianapolis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Indianapolis start at $84. The average price for this train route is around $97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?
The average train trip from Milwaukee to Indianapolis takes 7h 49m and covers 393 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to Indianapolis departs at 8:05am. The latest train departs at 3:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-30

No data

12-01

$123

Today

$107

12-03

$110

12-04

$101

12-05

$115

12-06

$88

12-07

$110

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $88

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Milwaukee to Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $88 to $319 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-12-06.