How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Indianapolis start from $59. The average price for this train route is around $68. 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 Indianapolis?

The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Indianapolis is 7h 49m, covering a distance of 244 miles (393 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Indianapolis route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Indianapolis at 8:05am. And the latest train departs at 3:10pm.

Train Milwaukee to Indianapolis from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:35pm	Intermodal Station	6h 15m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:15am	Intermodal Station	7h 35m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
3:00pm	Intermodal Station	7h 49m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00pm	Intermodal Station	7h 49m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:15am	Intermodal Station	7h 35m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Indianapolis on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00pm	Intermodal Station	7h 49m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:45pm	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 5m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:15am	Intermodal Station	7h 35m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	14h 44m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:19 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

249 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $144	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$59 - $361	Average Duration7h 49m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Milwaukee and Indianapolis?

Milwaukee

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

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5615 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 $59

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Indianapolis start from $59. The average price for this train route is around $68. 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 Indianapolis?
The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Indianapolis is 7h 49m, covering a distance of 244 miles (393 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?
The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Indianapolis at 8:05am. 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

11/27

$75

11/28

$91

Today

$107

11/30

No data

12/01

No data

12/02

$74

12/03

No data

12/04

$61

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $61

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

You can expect to pay from $61 to $308 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-04.