The cheapest and fastest trains from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI
Cheapest price
$423
Average price
$423
Fastest journey
1 d 21 h 49 m
Average duration
1 d 21 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1618 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI will cost around $423 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $423.
Of the 1 trains that leave Houston, TX for Milwaukee, WI on Sat, Nov 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 1618 km distance in an average of 1 d 21 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 21 h 49 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 1 d 21 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €93, and a flight costs an average of €119.
Distance: 1005 miles (1618 km)
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€309 Average price | €310 Average price | €151 Average price Cheapest |
26h 50m Average total duration 26h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 58m Average total duration 30h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI train times
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:05 PM Houston, TX | 32h29 | 2:34 AM Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI
Trains from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI run on average 8 times per day, taking around 26h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $211 (€171) but you can travel from only $114 (€93) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 18:55. The fastest train covers the 1005 miles (1618 km) distance in 27h 49m.
Distance 1005 miles (1618 km) |
Average train duration 26h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $211 (€171) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 27h 49m |
First train 08:05 |
Last train 18:55 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Houston, TX and Milwaukee, WI from $114 (€93). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milwaukee, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Houston, TX to Milwaukee, WI
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Irma's Southwest Grill
- The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Lancaster Hotel
- Hotel ICON
- Magnolia Hotel Houston
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak services
- Waiting area and ticket office located in the main hall.
- Bus: Several lines available
- METRORail: Red Line
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from St. Paul Avenue.
- Milwaukee ChopHouse
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- The Pfister Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 2: intercity bus services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Hiawatha Service to Chicago
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