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

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Milwaukee start from €159. The average price for this train route is around €355. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Milwaukee is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1114 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Milwaukee route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Milwaukee departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 12:32.

Train Philadelphia to Milwaukee from €107 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 2h	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 7h	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 7h	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 2h	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 7h	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 7h	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	1d 7h	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 2h	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	1d 7h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 2h	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 7h	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	1d 7h	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 2h	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	1d 7h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:00	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	12:00	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	12:00	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:00	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	12:00	30th Street Station	1d 3h	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 08:43 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just €100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

44bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1137 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€100 - €386	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€159 - €1,918	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 €159

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee 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 Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Milwaukee start from €159. The average price for this train route is around €355. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Milwaukee is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1114 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Milwaukee route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Milwaukee departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 12:32.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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€352

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€249

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€156

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€267

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€156

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€260

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €156

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

You can expect to pay from €156 to €1,032 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €156, which is on 2026-01-28.