How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Milwaukee start from R 880. The average price for this train route is around R 1 435. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Milwaukee is 8h 18m, covering a distance of 527 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 43m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Milwaukee route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Milwaukee departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 14:55.

Train St. Louis to Milwaukee from R 830 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Milwaukee on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:55	Gateway Station	9h 59m	00:54	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Train	14:55	Gateway Station	9h 43m	00:38	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest

Next departures from St. Louis to Milwaukee on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 43m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	8h 34m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	10h 35m	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Milwaukee on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	10h 35m	18:45	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Train	08:10	Gateway Station	10h 17m	18:27	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest

Next departures from St. Louis to Milwaukee on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 43m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	8h 34m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	8h 34m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Milwaukee on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 43m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	8h 34m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	8h 34m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Milwaukee on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 43m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	8h 12m	12:42	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	8h 12m	12:42	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Milwaukee on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 59m	14:34	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	7h 43m	14:18	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	8h 34m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	8h 34m	16:44	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	10h 35m	18:45	Intermodal Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:27 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 8 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 880, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

8h 18mAverage duration

527 kmDistance

48kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 867 - R 4 048	Average duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 880 - R 6 731	Average duration8h 18m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Milwaukee?

St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Milwaukee

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

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 880

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Milwaukee 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Milwaukee start from R 880. The average price for this train route is around R 1 435. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Milwaukee is 8h 18m, covering a distance of 527 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Milwaukee route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Milwaukee departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 14:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 1 487

11/12

R 1 626

Today

R 1 366

13/12

R 1 833

14/12

R 5 118

15/12

R 1 280

16/12

R 1 280

17/12

R 1 280

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Milwaukee was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 280

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 280 to R 5 688 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 280, which is on 2025-12-15.