Train from Washington, DC, US to Milwaukee: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Milwaukee on April 6
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Union Station
Intermodal StationCheapest
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Union Station
MKE Airport - TrainsFastest
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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
1043 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$130 - $603Average Duration1d 2h
26kg CO₂e
Average Price$186 - $1,073Average Duration1d 4h
93kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Milwaukee?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Milwaukee start at $186. The average price for this train route is around $436. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Washington to Milwaukee?

    The average train trip from Washington to Milwaukee takes 1d 4h and covers 1025 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Milwaukee route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Milwaukee?

    The earliest train from Washington to Milwaukee departs at 10:35am. The latest train departs at 11:39am.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Milwaukee was searched and found on Apr 3, 2026 with a price of $404

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

You can expect to pay from $404 to $1,969 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $835 which is on 2026-04-06.

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