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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: May 8 atDeparture city: MilwaukeeDeparture location: MKE Airport - TrainsArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: May 8 atDeparture city: MilwaukeeDeparture location: MKE Airport - TrainsArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 8 atDeparture city: MilwaukeeDeparture location: MKE Airport - TrainsArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 8 atDeparture city: MilwaukeeDeparture location: MKE Airport - TrainsArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 8 atDeparture city: MilwaukeeDeparture location: MKE Airport - TrainsArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Milwaukee to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Milwaukee to Chicago: Trip Overview
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Customers generally found the booking process straightforward and appreciated a pleasant, relaxing trip. They noted that bringing extra layers is advisable due to cold temperatures on board. Some mentioned minor issues such as delays caused by equipment problems and interactions with staff could be improved in certain situations.
Amtrak Milwaukee Chicago recent customer reviews
It was very relaxing and quiet had a great nap just didn’t like how cold It was but luckily I brought my sweater
Chamqual G.
The conductor was very personable. There was a 40 minute delay due to equipment issues
Jeffrey B.
It was very easy to book an e-ticket The trip was pleasant there were no problems or issues
Muriel M.
Milwaukee to Chicago Train
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The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Chicago was searched and found on May 12, 2025 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Milwaukee to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $38 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-05-12.
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Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Milwaukee and Chicago is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Chicago.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Chicago you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Milwaukee and Chicago compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Milwaukee to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
What's the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Chicago?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Milwaukee and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $30 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $23. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Milwaukee to Chicago in about 1h 29m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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