How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Houston start from R 4 374. The average price for this train route is around R 13 966. 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 1608 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 5 356 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 21 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 23 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Houston on 24 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:15	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:10	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:42 AM 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 2 577, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

1d 9hAverage duration

1594 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 577 - R 9 906	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 374 - R 24 376	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 146kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5652 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 R 4 374

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 4 374. The average price for this train route is around R 13 966. 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 1608 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

15/12

R 6 111

16/12

R 4 257

Today

R 5 356

18/12

R 11 843

19/12

R 13 079

20/12

R 23 206

21/12

R 14 504

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The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Houston, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 257

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 4 257 to R 31 856 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 11 843, which is on 2025-12-18.