Train from Bloomington, IL to Milwaukee: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bloomington to Milwaukee on December 3
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Uptown Station
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Uptown Station
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Uptown Station
MKE Airport - TrainsNo tags
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Uptown Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 5 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
5h 36mAverage Duration
177 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$38 - $140Average Duration11h 50m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$49 - $319Average Duration5h 36m
26kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Milwaukee?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Milwaukee start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Milwaukee?

    The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Milwaukee is 5h 36m, covering a distance of 177 miles (285 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 2m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Bloomington to Milwaukee route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Milwaukee?

    The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Milwaukee at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 5:35pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/30
$307
12/01
$63
Today
$55
12/03
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12/04
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12/05
$66
12/06
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12/07
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Milwaukee was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $55

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 $55 to $307 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 $66 which is on 2025-12-05.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to Milwaukee?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and Milwaukee is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $67 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $49. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Milwaukee, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to Milwaukee in about 5h 36m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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