How much does a train ticket from Milwaukee to Appleton cost?

The average train ticket price from Milwaukee to Appleton is $41. The best way to find train tickets from Milwaukee to Appleton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Milwaukee to Appleton?

A train trip between Milwaukee and Appleton is around 2h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 49m. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Milwaukee and Appleton?

The number of trains from Milwaukee to Appleton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Milwaukee to Appleton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Milwaukee to Appleton | Amtrak

TodayApr 25

TomorrowApr 26

SunApr 27

MonApr 28

from $35

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

Next departures to Appleton

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 28 at 9:39am
Departure city: Milwaukee
Departure location: MKE Airport - Trains
Arrival time: April 28 at 12:28pm
Destination city: Appleton
Destination location: Appleton
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 49m
Departure time: April 28 at 2:19pm
Departure city: Milwaukee
Departure location: MKE Airport - Trains
Arrival time: April 28 at 5:25pm
Destination city: Appleton
Destination location: Appleton
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 6m
Departure time: April 28 at 6:28pm
Departure city: Milwaukee
Departure location: MKE Airport - Trains
Arrival time: April 28 at 9:23pm
Destination city: Appleton
Destination location: Appleton
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 55m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Appleton.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $62	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$38 - $49	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Milwaukee to Appleton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Appleton. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2h 28mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Milwaukee to Appleton: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$41

Average train trip duration2h 55m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure9:39am

Distance95 miles (152 km)

Latest train departure6:28pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,075 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have reported a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting that drivers are courteous and maintain a smooth driving style. Additionally, passengers appreciated the cleanliness of the buses and expressed overall satisfaction with their travel experiences.

Amtrak Milwaukee Appleton recent customer reviews

It appears Lamers needs to provide additional training to the bus operator for the wheelchair accessible door. Took him and another driver almost an hour to figure it out. Unacceptable.

Chad J.

February 27, 2023

Bus driver is smooth and great attitude

David G.

March 5, 2025

Courteous driver. Clean bus. Everything was great.

Mary M.

December 14, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Milwaukee to Appleton Train

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

Best price found

04/23

$38

04/24

$38

Today

$44

04/26

$35

04/27

No data

04/28

$35

04/29

$35

04/30

No data

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Appleton was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $44 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Appleton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-04-26.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Milwaukee and Appleton is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Appleton.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Appleton, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Milwaukee and Appleton, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Milwaukee to Appleton while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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