Based on 5619 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £19
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, WI to Chicago by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Columbus to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbus to Chicago start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbus to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Columbus to Chicago is 2h 58m, covering a distance of 123 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbus to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbus to Chicago?
The earliest train from Columbus to Chicago departs at 13:47. And the latest train departs at 16:26.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
29/11
£22
30/11
£62
Today
£22
02/12
£28
03/12
£22
04/12
£22
05/12
£49
06/12
£18
The cheapest trip from Columbus, WI to Chicago was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £18
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbus, WI to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £357 for a train ticket from Columbus, WI to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-06.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, WI to Chicago was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £18
