How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Houston start from $255. The average price for this train route is around $814. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Houston?

The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Houston is 2d , covering a distance of 997 miles (1608 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Houston route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milwaukee to Houston?

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

Train Milwaukee to Houston from $312 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Houston on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Houston on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
8:05am	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:00am	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Houston on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Houston on December 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Houston on December 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:00am	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Houston on December 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:15am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:10am	MKE Airport - Trains	2d	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:05am	Intermodal Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:00am	Intermodal Station	1d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:42 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

989 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$151 - $578	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$255 - $1,421	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $255

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $255. The average price for this train route is around $814. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Houston?
The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Houston is 2d , covering a distance of 997 miles (1608 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Houston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milwaukee to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Houston at 11:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/15

$356

12/16

$248

Today

$312

12/18

$690

12/19

$762

12/20

$1,352

12/21

$845

12/22

No data

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $248

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 $248 to $1,856 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 $690 which is on 2025-12-18.