The cheapest and fastest trains from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL without transferring at least once.
11:00 AM3h16Milwaukee, WI2:16 PMWheeling, IL$501One-way1 transfer
1:05 PM3h11Milwaukee, WI4:16 PMWheeling, IL$501One-way1 transfer
3:00 PM2h44Milwaukee, WI5:44 PMWheeling, IL$501One-way1 transfer
3:00 PM2h44Milwaukee, WI5:44 PMWheeling, IL$501One-way1 transfer
1:05 PM3h11Milwaukee, WI4:16 PMWheeling, IL$501One-way1 transfer
11:00 AM3h16Milwaukee, WI2:16 PMWheeling, IL$501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL costing on average $50 (€41).
Other travel options to Wheeling, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 6m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $13 (€11) 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, WI to Wheeling, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 AM Milwaukee, WI | 3h16 | 2:16 PM Wheeling, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:05 PM Milwaukee, WI | 3h11 | 4:16 PM Wheeling, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Milwaukee, WI | 2h44 | 5:44 PM Wheeling, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Milwaukee, WI | 12h31 | 8:06 AM Wheeling, IL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL
Trains from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:47, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 8:47 AM |
Last train 8:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Milwaukee, WI and Wheeling, IL from $28 (€23). 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, WI to Wheeling, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL
Most Milwaukee, WI to Wheeling, IL trains use the Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Glenview Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Milwaukee, WI and Wheeling, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milwaukee, WI station do trains to Wheeling, IL leave from?
Getting to Milwaukee Intermodal Station from Milwaukee city centre
Milwaukee Intermodal Station is 1 km from Milwaukee city centre. Public transport options include:
Milwaukee Intermodal Station train station facilities and services
Milwaukee Intermodal Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Milwaukee ChopHouse, The Capital Grille
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milwaukee Intermodal Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milwaukee Intermodal Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milwaukee Intermodal Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milwaukee Intermodal Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milwaukee Intermodal Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Milwaukee City Center, Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, The Pfister Hotel.
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