The cheapest and fastest trains from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 1 trains that leave Champaign, IL for Milwaukee, WI every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 326 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 20 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 and coach for Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 326 km
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Live departures
Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI train times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:10 Champaign, IL | 8h34 | 19:44 Milwaukee, WI | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:24 Champaign, IL | 6h20 | 21:44 Milwaukee, WI | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Trains from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 326 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 326 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 19:08 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Champaign, IL and Milwaukee, WI from £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: Champaign, IL to Milwaukee, WI train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL 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
Important Stations and Airports in Champaign, IL and Milwaukee, WI
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Big Grove Tavern
- Ko Fusion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana
- I Hotel and Conference Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/ Urbana
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes an enclosed waiting area and serves as an intermodal passenger transport center.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Intercity bus services
- 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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