How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to St. Louis?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to St. Louis start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $104. 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 St. Louis?

The average train trip from Milwaukee to St. Louis takes 8h 36m and covers 527 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to St. Louis route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to St. Louis?

The earliest train from Milwaukee to St. Louis departs at 6:15am. The latest train departs at 3:10pm.

Train Milwaukee to St. Louis from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to St. Louis on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 59m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 13m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	6:26am	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 25m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	6:26am	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 25m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	10h 52m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to St. Louis on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 59m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 13m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	6:26am	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 25m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	6:26am	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 25m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	10h 52m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to St. Louis on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 59m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 13m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	6:26am	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 25m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	10h 52m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	10h 52m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to St. Louis on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 59m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 13m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	6:26am	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 25m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 57m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 57m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to St. Louis on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 57m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	10h 52m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:05am	Intermodal Station	11h 2m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:00am	Intermodal Station	8h 7m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to St. Louis on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 59m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 13m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	6:26am	MKE Airport - Trains	8h 25m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	10h 52m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	10h 52m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 8 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

8h 36mAverage Duration

527 kmDistance

48kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $357	Average Duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $553	Average Duration8h 36m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Milwaukee and St. Louis?

Milwaukee

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

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,633 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5633 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 $73

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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to St. Louis start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $104. 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 St. Louis?
The average train trip from Milwaukee to St. Louis takes 8h 36m and covers 527 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to St. Louis departs at 6:15am. 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

12-07

$123

12-08

$110

Today

$98

12-10

$94

12-11

$98

12-12

$121

12-13

$106

12-14

$367

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $94

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

You can expect to pay from $94 to $378 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $94 which is on 2025-12-10.