How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Washington start from R 1 585. The average price for this train route is around R 2 963. 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 Washington?

The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Washington is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1025 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Milwaukee to Washington departs at 08:05. And the latest train departs at 15:10.

Train Milwaukee to Washington from R 1 709 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Washington on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	18:44	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	21h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	21h 10m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Washington on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	21h 10m	13:10	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	21h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 9h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 9h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	21h 10m	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Washington on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	21h 10m	13:10	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	21h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	21h 10m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	18:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Washington on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	18:44	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	21h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 9h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	1d 9h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	21h 10m	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:56 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Milwaukee to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 416, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

1d Average duration

1025 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 416 - R 4 859	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 585 - R 11 160	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Milwaukee and Washington, DC, US?

Milwaukee

A
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 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 1 585

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Washington start from R 1 585. The average price for this train route is around R 2 963. 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 Washington?
The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Washington is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1025 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Washington?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to Washington departs at 08:05. 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.

Best price found

25/01

No data

26/01

R 2 383

Today

R 3 320

28/01

No data

29/01

R 2 449

30/01

R 2 498

31/01

R 2 843

01/02

R 2 810

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 383

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 383 to R 16 646 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 449, which is on 2026-01-29.