The cheapest and fastest trains from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI
Cheapest price
£184
Average price
£184
Fastest journey
11 h 54 m
Average duration
11 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
710 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kansas City, MO 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 Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI will cost around £184 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £184.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kansas City, MO 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 710 km distance in an average of 11 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 54 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, coach and flight for Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 710 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£147 Average Price | £94 Average Price Cheapest | £218 Average Price |
9h 34m Average total duration 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 8m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration Fastest 6h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI train times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 Southwest Chief · 339 Hiawatha Service | 13:01 Kansas City Station, Kansas City, KS | 11h44 | 00:45 Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI
Trains from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £57 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 11:10. The fastest train covers the 710 km distance in 11h 44m.
Distance 710 km |
Average train duration 9h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 44m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 11:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Kansas City, MO and Milwaukee, WI from £57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kansas City, MO to Milwaukee, WI train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, 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
Important Stations and Airports in Kansas City, MO and Milwaukee, WI
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Pershing Road.
- Pierpont's at Union Station
- Harvey's at Union Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center
- Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
- Hotel Kansas City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to restaurants and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: KC Streetcar
- 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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