The cheapest and fastest trains from Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wauwatosa, WI for Chicago, IL on Wed, Nov 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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 and train for Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. 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 €23, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
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2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 26. 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 Wauwatosa, WI | 1h39 | 7:44 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL
Trains from Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wauwatosa, WI and Chicago, IL from $29 (€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 Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wauwatosa, WI to 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, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wauwatosa, WI to Chicago, IL
- 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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