Previously seen journeys
| 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 | Staples, MN | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | Staples, MN | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | Staples, MN | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | Staples, MN | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbus Amtrak | Staples, MN | No tags |
Get from Columbus to Staples
The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 R 1 185
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, WI to Staples by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Columbus to Staples?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbus to Staples start from R 1 185. The average price for this train route is around R 1 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbus to Staples?
The average train journey time from Columbus to Staples is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 566 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbus to Staples route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbus to Staples?
The earliest train from Columbus to Staples departs at 13:55. And the latest train departs at 17:55.
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 Staples was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 125To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbus, WI to Staples as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 125 to R 4 186 for a train ticket from Columbus, WI to Staples based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 125, which is on 2025-12-12.
