The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 1 trains that leave St. Louis, MO for Milwaukee, WI on Tue, Dec 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 527 km distance in an average of 7 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 59 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 7 h 59 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 train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €69.
Distance: 327 miles (527 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price | €66 Average price Cheapest | €216 Average price |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
422 Texas Eagle · 339 Hiawatha Service | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 10h17 | 12:27 AM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 transfer | |
22 Texas Eagle · 339 Hiawatha Service | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 10h17 | 12:27 AM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 transfer | |
22 Texas Eagle · 339 Hiawatha Service | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 10h35 | 12:45 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 transfer | |
422 Texas Eagle · 337 Hiawatha Service | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 8h34 | 10:44 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 transfer | |
22 Texas Eagle · 337 Hiawatha Service | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 8h18 | 10:28 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 transfer | |
22 Texas Eagle · 337 Hiawatha Service | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 8h34 | 10:44 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 transfer | |
422 Texas Eagle · 337 Hiawatha Service | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 8h18 | 10:28 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 transfer | |
422 Texas Eagle · 339 Hiawatha Service | 2:10 PM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 10h35 | 12:45 AM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 2 | |||||
8359 AMTRAK · 58 City Of New Orleans · 1333 Borealis | 5:00 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 13h42 | 6:42 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 2 transfers | |
8359 AMTRAK · 58 City Of New Orleans · 1333 Borealis | 5:00 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 13h25 | 6:25 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:35 AM St. Louis, MO | 7h59 | 7:34 PM Milwaukee, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI
Trains from St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 327 miles (527 km) distance in 7h 59m.
Distance 327 miles (527 km) |
Average train duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 7h 59m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Louis, MO and Milwaukee, WI from $46 (€37). 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 St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO to Milwaukee, WI
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Landry's Seafood House
- The Station Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West
- Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 2: MetroLink connections
- MetroLink: Red Line, Blue Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 40, 94, 97
- 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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