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

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Milwaukee start from £159. The average price for this train route is around £321. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Milwaukee is 2d 16h, covering a distance of 1735 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Milwaukee route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Milwaukee departs at 09:51. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Los Angeles to Milwaukee from £129 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Milwaukee on 11 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:13	Union Station	3d 21h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	Cheapest
17:19	Union Station	1d 23h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
17:19	Union Station	1d 23h	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags
19:13	Union Station	3d 21h	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Milwaukee on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:19	Union Station	1d 23h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	CheapestFastest
17:19	Union Station	1d 23h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
22:00	Union Station	2d 16h	16:28	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
22:00	Union Station	2d 18h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags
19:13	Union Station	2d 21h	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 09:36 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 2 days, 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d 12hAverage duration

1736 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£161 - £600	Average duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£159 - £1,820	Average duration2d 16h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

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

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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Milwaukee

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

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5636 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 £159

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Milwaukee 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 Los Angeles to Milwaukee?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Milwaukee start from £159. The average price for this train route is around £321. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Milwaukee?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Milwaukee is 2d 16h, covering a distance of 1735 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Milwaukee route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Milwaukee?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Milwaukee departs at 09:51. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£222

10/12

£265

Today

£393

12/12

No data

13/12

£129

14/12

£161

15/12

No data

16/12

£307

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Milwaukee was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £129

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

You can expect to pay from £129 to £2,668 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £129, which is on 2025-12-13.