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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Columbus Amtrak | La Crosse, WI | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | La Crosse, WI | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | La Crosse, WI | No tags |
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Get from Columbus to La Crosse
The journey takes about 2 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5615 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $28
Amtrak Columbus La Crosse recent customer reviews
Very nice and on time. Too many college kids though! Enjoyed the ride. Will do it again.
Kenneth P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, WI to La Crosse, WI by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Columbus to La Crosse?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbus to La Crosse start at $28. The average price for this train route is around $42. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Columbus to La Crosse?
The average train trip from Columbus to La Crosse takes 2h 9m and covers 189 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbus to La Crosse route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbus to La Crosse?
The earliest train from Columbus to La Crosse departs at 1:55pm. The latest train departs at 5:55pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, WI to La Crosse, WI was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbus, WI to La Crosse, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $452 for a train ticket from Columbus, WI to La Crosse, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-01.
