Train from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Milwaukee on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Intermodal StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
MKE Airport - TrainsFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Intermodal StationNo tags
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30th Street Station
Intermodal StationNo tags
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30th Street Station
Intermodal StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Milwaukee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

49bus per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
1134 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$164 - $659Average Duration1d 4h
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$262 - $3,155Average Duration1d 6h
101kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Milwaukee start at $262. The average price for this train route is around $661. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?

    The average train trip from Philadelphia to Milwaukee takes 1d 6h and covers 1112 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Milwaukee route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Milwaukee?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Milwaukee departs at 8:15am. The latest train departs at 12:32pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01-14
$300
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$472
01-16
$304
01-17
$631
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $300

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $300 to $1,581 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $304 which is on 2026-01-16.

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