How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Houston start from R 2 915. The average price for this train route is around R 4 217. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Houston?

The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Houston is 2d , covering a distance of 1618 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Houston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Milwaukee to Houston departs at 11:00. And the latest train departs at 11:10.

Train Milwaukee to Houston from R 3 293 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 5 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 6 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:12 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Milwaukee to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 815, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

1d 9hAverage duration

1623 kmDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 815 - R 7 391	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 915 - R 16 821	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5753 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 915

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Houston start from R 2 915. The average price for this train route is around R 4 217. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Houston?
The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Houston is 2d , covering a distance of 1618 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Houston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Houston?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to Houston departs at 11:00. And the latest train departs at 11:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/01

R 6 818

31/01

R 4 650

Today

R 5 891

02/02

R 4 601

03/02

R 3 624

04/02

R 3 558

05/02

R 4 071

06/02

R 4 601

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Houston, US was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 3 558

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 558 to R 17 739 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 558, which is on 2026-02-04.