Train from Milwaukee to Lansing, MI: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Milwaukee to Lansing on December 12
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Intermodal Station
East Lansing StationNo tags
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MKE Airport - Trains
East Lansing StationNo tags
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Intermodal Station
East Lansing StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
MKE Airport - Trains
East Lansing StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Intermodal Station
East Lansing StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Lansing

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lansing. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
6h 50mAverage Duration
175 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$48 - $161Average Duration16h 10m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$53 - $136Average Duration6h 50m
26kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Lansing, MI by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Lansing?

    The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Lansing start from $53. The average price for this train route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Lansing?

    The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Lansing is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 175 miles (281 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Lansing route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milwaukee to Lansing?

    The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Lansing at 8:05am. And the latest train departs at 1:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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12/11
$66
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$73
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12/14
$117
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12/16
$50
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Lansing, MI was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $130 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Lansing, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Lansing, MI?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Milwaukee and Lansing, MI is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $74 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $53. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lansing, MI, choose the train, as it will take you from Milwaukee to Lansing, MI in about 6h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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