How much does a train ticket cost from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Indianapolis start from £46. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?

The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Indianapolis is 7h 49m, covering a distance of 244 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 08:05. And the latest train departs at 15:10.

Train Milwaukee to Indianapolis from £43 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Indianapolis on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:35	Intermodal Station	6h 15m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
19:45	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
17:44	Intermodal Station	8h 6m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
17:55	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Indianapolis on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:00	Intermodal Station	7h 49m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
19:45	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
06:15	Intermodal Station	7h 35m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Indianapolis on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		19:35	Intermodal Station	6h 15m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
		19:45	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest

Next departures from Milwaukee to Indianapolis on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:00	Intermodal Station	7h 49m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
19:45	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
06:15	Intermodal Station	7h 35m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
17:44	Intermodal Station	8h 6m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Indianapolis on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:35	Intermodal Station	6h 15m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
19:45	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
17:44	Intermodal Station	8h 6m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
17:55	MKE Airport - Trains	7h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

7h 10mAverage duration

244 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£25 - £148	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£46 - £280	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

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £46

US train 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Indianapolis start from £46. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Indianapolis is 7h 49m, covering a distance of 244 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 08:05. And the latest train departs at 15:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/11

No data

01/12

£66

Today

£58

03/12

£59

04/12

£55

05/12

£63

06/12

£48

07/12

£59

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Indianapolis was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £48

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 £48 to £173 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 £48, which is on 2025-12-06.