How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Milwaukee start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $83. 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Milwaukee is 8h 18m, covering a distance of 327 miles (527 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 43m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Milwaukee route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Milwaukee?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Milwaukee at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Train St. Louis to Milwaukee from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Milwaukee on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	9h 59m	12:54am	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	9h 43m	12:38am	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Milwaukee on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 43m	2:18pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	8h 34m	4:44pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	10h 35m	6:45pm	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Milwaukee on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	10h 35m	6:45pm	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	10h 17m	6:27pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Milwaukee on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 43m	2:18pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	8h 34m	4:44pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	8h 34m	4:44pm	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Milwaukee on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 43m	2:18pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	8h 34m	4:44pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	8h 34m	4:44pm	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Milwaukee on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 43m	2:18pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	8h 12m	12:42pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	8h 12m	12:42pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Milwaukee on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 59m	2:34pm	Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	7h 43m	2:18pm	MKE Airport - Trains	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	8h 34m	4:44pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	8h 34m	4:44pm	Intermodal Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	10h 35m	6:45pm	Intermodal Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:27 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 8 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

8h 18mAverage Duration

327 milesDistance

48kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $235	Average Duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $390	Average Duration8h 18m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Milwaukee?

St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Milwaukee

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Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $51

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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.

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Milwaukee start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $83. 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 St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Milwaukee is 8h 18m, covering a distance of 327 miles (527 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Milwaukee route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Milwaukee?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Milwaukee at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$86

12/11

$94

Today

$79

12/13

$106

12/14

$296

12/15

$74

12/16

$74

12/17

$74

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Milwaukee was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $74

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

You can expect to pay from $74 to $329 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2025-12-15.