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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 | ||||
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| 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 $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $19
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 traveling 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 from $19. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbus to La Crosse?
The average train ride duration from Columbus to La Crosse is 2h 9m, covering a distance of 117 miles (189 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Columbus to La Crosse route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Columbus to La Crosse?
The earliest train departs from Columbus to La Crosse at 1:55pm. And 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 10, 2025 with a price of $17To 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 $17 to $223 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 $17 which is on 2025-12-13.
