What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus to Cleveland?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Cleveland is to train and bus which costs $60 - $140 and takes 11h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus to Cleveland?

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Cleveland is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $170 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Columbus and Cleveland?

No, there is no direct train from Columbus station to Cleveland. However, there are services departing from Columbus Amtrak Station and arriving at Cleveland Amtrak via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Columbus to Cleveland?

The distance between Columbus and Cleveland is 441 miles. The road distance is 486.8 miles.

How do I travel from Columbus to Cleveland without a car?

The best way to get from Columbus to Cleveland without a car is to train which takes 10h 3m and costs $120 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Columbus to Cleveland?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Columbus to Cleveland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Cleveland train from?

Columbus to Cleveland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbus Amtrak Station.

What is the time difference between Columbus and Cleveland?

Cleveland is 1h ahead of Columbus. It is currently 4:56 PM in Columbus and 5:56 PM in Cleveland.

Where does the Columbus to Cleveland train arrive?

Columbus to Cleveland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbus to Cleveland?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Cleveland is 487 miles. It takes approximately 9h to drive from Columbus to Cleveland.

How do I get a train ticket from Columbus to Cleveland?

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Where can I stay near Cleveland?

There are 724+ hotels available in Cleveland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbus to Cleveland by taxi, plane, train (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Columbus to Madison-Airport-MSNtaxi
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane MSN - CLE
4h 14m
$174–693
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Clevelandbus
11h 40m
$60–139
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Cleveland Amtraktrain Floridian / ...
10h 3m
$124–286
Drive 484 mi
1. Drive from Columbus to Clevelandcar 484 mi
9h
$89–128
Train, bus via Detroit
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
14h 26m
$99–165

Columbus to Cleveland by train (Amtrak)

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10h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 438.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Columbus, WI, USA and Cleveland, OH, USA?

You can take a train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Cleveland Amtrak via Chicago Union Station in around 10h 3m.

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