What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Appleton?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Appleton is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 9h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Appleton?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Appleton is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $120 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Appleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Appleton. However, there are services departing from Columbia and arriving at Oshkosh via St Louis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station and Milwaukee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 25m.

How far is it from Columbia to Appleton?

The distance between Columbia and Appleton is 443 miles. The road distance is 504.8 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Appleton without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Appleton without a car is to taxi and train and bus which takes 14h 19m and costs $450 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Appleton?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Columbia to Appleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Appleton bus from?

Columbia to Appleton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbia station.

Bus or fly from Columbia to Appleton?

The best way to get from Columbia to Appleton is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $120 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $230 and takes 16h 25m.

Where does the Columbia to Appleton bus arrive?

Columbia to Appleton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Appleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Appleton is 505 miles. It takes approximately 9h 51m to drive from Columbia to Appleton.

Where can I stay near Appleton?

There are 54+ hotels available in Appleton.

Columbia to Appleton - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbia to Appleton by plane, taxi, train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Fly to Appleton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Appleton International Airport (ATW)plane COU - ATW
4h 35m
$124–444
Drive 501.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Appletoncar 501.8 mi
9h 51m
$92–133
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Columbia to Jefferson City Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Oshkoshbus
14h 19m
$453–643
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Oshkoshbus
16h 25m
$157–223
Fly to Green Bay, taxi
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Green Bay (GRB)plane COU - GRB
2. Take the taxi from Green Bay (GRB) to Appletontaxi
4h 48m
$210–546
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Columbia to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Oshkoshbus
15h 4m
$288–439

Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Appleton International Airport (ATW) flights

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 440.7 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Columbia, MO, USA and Appleton, WI, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Appleton International Airport (ATW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Columbia to Appleton via St Louis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, and Oshkosh in around 16h 25m.

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