How to travel from Saint Paul to Milwaukee, United States of America

The distance between Saint Paul and Milwaukee is around 324 miles (522km) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 5h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Saint Paul to Milwaukee by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Milwaukee.

  • Duration6h 5m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    $55
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Bus

Take the bus to Milwaukee.

  • Duration6h 10m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $50
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Greyhound USA

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1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Milwaukee.

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Distance327 miles (527km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Saint Paul and Milwaukee

There are several options for getting from Saint Paul to Milwaukee by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $50 and will take around 6h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 5h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $33.

The distance between Saint Paul and Milwaukee is around 324 miles (522km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 289 miles (466km)

It takes around 6h 5m to get from Saint Paul and Milwaukee by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Saint Paul to Milwaukee is to drive which takes around 5h 20m and will set you back approx $33.

The cheapest way to travel between Saint Paul and Milwaukee, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $50 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Saint Paul and Milwaukee. It typically takes around 6h 5m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Saint Paul and Milwaukee with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a day and takes 6h 5m.

Amtrak run train services between Saint Paul and Milwaukee. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 6h 5m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Saint Paul and Milwaukee. It typically takes around 6h 10m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Saint Paul and Milwaukee with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 6h 10m.

Greyhound USA, Megabus, Amtrak and Jefferson Lines run regular bus services between Saint Paul and Milwaukee. Buses run twice daily and take around 6h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Saint Paul to Milwaukee. We recommend that you take the train to Milwaukee. instead which will take 6h 5m.

The closest major airport to Milwaukee is Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) (MKE) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Milwaukee. Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) (MSN) and O'Hare International Airport (ORD) (ORD) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Saint Paul and Milwaukee. The distance is around 327 miles (527km) by road and it will take around 5h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Saint Paul to Milwaukee is to take the train which takes, on average, 6h 5m and will usually cost around $55.

How do I get from Saint Paul to Milwaukee

Compare travel optionsbetween Saint Paul and Milwaukee

Transport options from Saint Paul to Milwaukee
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
6h 5m
$55
5 times a day522km (324 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
6h 10m
$50
twice daily529km (329 miles)
Bus to Milwaukee7h 55m
$90
once daily627km (390 miles)
Drive
5h 20m
$33
on demand527km (327 miles)

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Airports near Milwaukee

The following major airports near Milwaukee offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

MKE
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
International Airport
Distance
6 miles (10km) from Milwaukee
MSN
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
72 miles (116km) from Milwaukee
ORD
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
International Airport
Distance
73 miles (118km) from Milwaukee