How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Springfield?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Springfield start from R 724. The average price for this train route is around R 1 222. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Springfield?

The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Springfield is 6h 27m, covering a distance of 378 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Springfield route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Milwaukee to Springfield departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 15:10.

Train Milwaukee to Springfield from R 680 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Springfield on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	7h 16m	22:16	Springfield Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	5h 15m	20:25	Springfield Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Intermodal Station	6h 38m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	06:15	Intermodal Station	6h 38m	12:53	Springfield Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	9h 21m	17:26	Springfield Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:42 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Milwaukee to Springfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 674, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

8h 40mAverage duration

388 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 674 - R 1 545	Average duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 724 - R 5 305	Average duration6h 27m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5759 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 724

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Springfield, IL 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 Milwaukee to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Springfield start from R 724. The average price for this train route is around R 1 222. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Springfield?
The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Springfield is 6h 27m, covering a distance of 378 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Springfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Springfield?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to Springfield departs at 06:15. 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

17/02

R 1 161

18/02

No data

Today

R 979

20/02

R 1 078

21/02

R 896

22/02

R 1 028

23/02

R 713

24/02

R 713

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 23 Feb 2026 with a price of R 713

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

You can expect to pay from R 713 to R 4 145 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 713, which is on 2026-02-23.