How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Charlotte start from $253. The average price for this train route is around $364. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Charlotte is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 658 miles (1060 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Charlotte route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milwaukee to Charlotte?

The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Charlotte at 3:00pm. And the latest train departs at 3:10pm.

Train Milwaukee to Charlotte from $245 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Charlotte on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Charlotte on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Charlotte on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Charlotte on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 10h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:56 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

657 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $468	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$253 - $1,944	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 96kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,630 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5630 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $253

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Charlotte, NC by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Charlotte start from $253. The average price for this train route is around $364. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Charlotte is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 658 miles (1060 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milwaukee to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Charlotte at 3:00pm. And the latest train departs at 3:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/06

$386

12/07

$491

Today

$379

12/09

$245

12/10

$313

12/11

$279

12/12

No data

12/13

$365

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $245

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

You can expect to pay from $245 to $1,454 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $245 which is on 2025-12-09.