How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Milwaukee?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Milwaukee start from R 624. The average price for this train route is around R 1 316. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Milwaukee?

The average train journey time from Bloomington to Milwaukee is 5h 36m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 2m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Milwaukee route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Bloomington to Milwaukee departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 17:35.

Train Bloomington to Milwaukee from R 583 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Bloomington to Milwaukee on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	5h 36m	16:44	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	5h 20m	16:28	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	7h 37m	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	7h 19m	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags

Next departures from Bloomington to Milwaukee on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	Uptown Station	5h 36m	12:42	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 2m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	07:06	Uptown Station	5h 36m	12:42	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	5h 36m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Bloomington to Milwaukee on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 2m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	5h 36m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	7h 37m	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Bloomington to Milwaukee on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	Uptown Station	5h 36m	12:42	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 2m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	07:06	Uptown Station	5h 36m	12:42	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Bloomington to Milwaukee on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 2m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	5h 36m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	5h 36m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Bloomington to Milwaukee on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 2m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	5h 18m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	5h 36m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	5h 36m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:47 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 5 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just R 624, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

5h 36mAverage duration

295 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 748 - R 2 187	Average duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 624 - R 6 512	Average duration5h 36m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and Milwaukee?

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Milwaukee

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

Amtrak

4/55 687 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5687 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 R 624

Amtrak Bloomington Milwaukee recent customer reviews

Communication via email was helpful.

Carla H.

3 January 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Milwaukee by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Milwaukee?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Milwaukee start from R 624. The average price for this train route is around R 1 316. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Milwaukee?
The average train journey time from Bloomington to Milwaukee is 5h 36m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 2m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Milwaukee route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Milwaukee?
The earliest train from Bloomington to Milwaukee departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 17:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/12

R 1 474

28/12

R 8 482

Today

R 1 320

30/12

R 1 251

31/12

R 1 251

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Milwaukee was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 251

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 251 to R 8 482 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 251, which is on 2025-12-30.