How much does a train ticket cost from Milwaukee to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Los Angeles start from £136. The average price for this train route is around £256. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Los Angeles is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 1737 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Los Angeles route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Los Angeles?

The earliest train from Milwaukee to Los Angeles departs at 11:00. And the latest train departs at 16:45.

Train Milwaukee to Los Angeles from £131 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Los Angeles on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Intermodal Station	3d 6h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 22h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 22h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	2d 20h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:00	Intermodal Station	1d 22h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Los Angeles on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Intermodal Station	3d 6h	21:11	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 22h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 22h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:00	Intermodal Station	1d 22h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:00	Intermodal Station	1d 22h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Milwaukee to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

2d 6hAverage duration

1736 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£64 - £477	Average duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£136 - £2,368	Average duration2d 20h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Milwaukee and Los Angeles, US?

Milwaukee

A
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £136

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Los Angeles, US by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Milwaukee to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Los Angeles start from £136. The average price for this train route is around £256. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Los Angeles is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 1737 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to Los Angeles departs at 11:00. And the latest train departs at 16:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£213

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£287

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The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of £213

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

You can expect to pay from £213 to £1,248 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £287, which is on 2026-02-01.