Train from San Jose, US to Milwaukee: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for San Jose to Milwaukee on January 20
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Diridon Station
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Diridon Station
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Diridon Station
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Diridon Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 2 days, 22 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $235, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2d 22hAverage Duration
1820 milesDistance
73kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$235 - $416Average Duration2d 22h
73kg CO₂e
Average Price$313 - $2,504Average Duration2d 10h
267kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US to Milwaukee 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 San Jose to Milwaukee?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Milwaukee start from $313. The average price for this train route is around $568. 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 San Jose to Milwaukee?

    The average train ride duration from San Jose to Milwaukee is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 1820 miles (2935 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the San Jose to Milwaukee route?

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

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

    The earliest train departs from San Jose to Milwaukee at 6:18am. And the latest train departs at 7:58pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Milwaukee was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $194

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

You can expect to pay from $194 to $1,399 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $194 which is on 2026-01-20.

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