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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | La Crosse, WI | Columbus Amtrak | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 17:50 CST.
Get from La Crosse to Columbus
The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just €17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5749 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 €17
Frequently asked questions about travelling from La Crosse, WI to Columbus, WI 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 La Crosse to Columbus?
The cheapest train tickets from La Crosse to Columbus start from €17. The average price for this train route is around €26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from La Crosse to Columbus?
The average train journey time from La Crosse to Columbus is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 189 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the La Crosse to Columbus route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from La Crosse to Columbus?
The earliest train from La Crosse to Columbus departs at 11:37. And the latest train departs at 14:17.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from La Crosse, WI to Columbus, WI was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from La Crosse, WI to Columbus, WI as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €15 to €262 for a train ticket from La Crosse, WI to Columbus, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €15, which is on 2026-01-27.