How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to New York City start at $163. The average price for this train route is around $351. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Milwaukee to New York City?

The average train trip from Milwaukee to New York City takes 1d 2h and covers 1178 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to New York City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to New York City?

The earliest train from Milwaukee to New York City departs at 8:05am. The latest train departs at 5:55pm.

Train Milwaukee to New York City from $181 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to New York City on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:44pm	Intermodal Station	23h 58m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	5:55pm	MKE Airport - Trains	23h 47m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 6h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 6h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	5:44pm	Intermodal Station	23h 58m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to New York City on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:44pm	Intermodal Station	1d	7:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	5:55pm	MKE Airport - Trains	23h 47m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	5:44pm	Intermodal Station	23h 58m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	5:44pm	Intermodal Station	23h 58m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to New York City on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 6h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	5:55pm	MKE Airport - Trains	23h 47m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	8:05am	Intermodal Station	1d 13h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	5:44pm	Intermodal Station	23h 58m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	5:44pm	Intermodal Station	23h 58m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:05 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

68bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

1179 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $793	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$163 - $2,928	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Milwaukee and New York City?

Milwaukee

A
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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New York City

A
Penn Station
254 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $163

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to New York City start at $163. The average price for this train route is around $351. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Milwaukee to New York City?
The average train trip from Milwaukee to New York City takes 1d 2h and covers 1178 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to New York City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to New York City?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to New York City departs at 8:05am. The latest train departs at 5:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$290

12-11

$336

Today

$305

12-13

$347

12-14

$335

12-15

$181

12-16

$332

12-17

$202

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to New York City was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $181

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

You can expect to pay from $181 to $2,828 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $181 which is on 2025-12-15.