The cheapest and fastest trains from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 7 trains that leave Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL on Thu, May 14, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
342 Hiawatha Service7:35 PM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI9:04 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$311One-way0 transfers
334 Hiawatha Service11:00 AM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI12:29 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$341One-way0 transfers
338 Hiawatha Service3:00 PM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI4:29 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$341One-way0 transfers
336 Hiawatha Service1:05 PM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI2:34 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$341One-way0 transfers
330 Hiawatha Service6:15 AM1h42Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI7:57 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$401One-way0 transfers
334 Hiawatha Service11:00 AM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI12:29 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$341One-way0 transfers
342 Hiawatha Service7:35 PM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI9:04 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$311One-way0 transfers
338 Hiawatha Service3:00 PM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI4:29 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$341One-way0 transfers
332 Hiawatha Service8:05 AM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI9:34 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$401One-way0 transfers
336 Hiawatha Service1:05 PM1h29Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI2:34 PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 58m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 31m by train vs 1h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $24 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL trains for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
334 Hiawatha Service | 11:00 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1h29 | 12:29 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
336 Hiawatha Service | 1:05 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1h29 | 2:34 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
338 Hiawatha Service | 3:00 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1h29 | 4:29 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
342 Hiawatha Service | 7:35 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1h29 | 9:04 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
330 Hiawatha Service | 6:15 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1h42 | 7:57 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
332 Hiawatha Service | 8:05 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1h29 | 9:34 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Trains from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI and Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL from $20 (€16). 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 Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL 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 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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