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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | MKE Airport - Trains | Effingham, IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Milwaukee to Effingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 237,898, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5788 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 COP 237,898
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Effingham 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 Effingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Effingham start from COP 237,898. The average price for this train route is around COP 260,856. 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 Effingham?
The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Effingham is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 434 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Effingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Effingham?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to Effingham departs at 11:00. And the latest train departs at 15:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Effingham was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of COP 199,635To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Milwaukee to Effingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 199,635 to COP 872,478 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 199,635, which is on 2026-04-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Effingham?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Milwaukee and Effingham is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost COP 260,856 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from COP 237,898. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Effingham, choose the train, as it will take you from Milwaukee to Effingham in about 6h 55m – that's the fastest way to get there!
