How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Richmond start from $108. The average price for this train route is around $222. 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 Richmond?

The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Richmond is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 663 miles (1068 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Richmond route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Richmond at 3:00pm. And the latest train departs at 3:10pm.

Train Milwaukee to Richmond from $144 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Milwaukee to Richmond on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	23h 57m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	23h 47m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 3h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 3h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 3h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Milwaukee to Richmond on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	23h 57m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	3:10pm	MKE Airport - Trains	23h 47m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 3h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 3h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Intermodal Station	1d 3h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:25 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

665 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $520	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$108 - $1,684	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Milwaukee and Richmond, VA, US?

Milwaukee

A
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,736 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5736 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 $108

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee to Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Richmond start from $108. The average price for this train route is around $222. 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 Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Richmond is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 663 miles (1068 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milwaukee to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Richmond at 3:00pm. And the latest train departs at 3:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/13

$177

01/14

$210

Today

$247

01/16

$182

01/17

$206

01/18

$181

01/19

$177

01/20

$144

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $144

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

You can expect to pay from $144 to $840 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2026-01-20.