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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 6m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Cremer at Park And Ride and arriving at 7th St & Park Station via Madison, WI-Lake St. and American & Thunderbird Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Columbus and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Columbus station to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Columbus Amtrak Station and arriving at U.S. Bank Stadium Station via Union Depot Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Columbus to Minneapolis?

The distance between Columbus and Minneapolis is 261 miles. The road distance is 262.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs $85 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Columbus to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Minneapolis bus from?

Columbus to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Madison, WI-Lake St. station.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Minneapolis train from?

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

Train or bus from Columbus to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs $85 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $150 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Columbus to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Columbus to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington station.

Where does the Columbus to Minneapolis train arrive?

Columbus to Minneapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Columbus to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Minneapolis is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Columbus to Minneapolis.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 591+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbus to Minneapolis by taxi, plane, train (Amtrak), 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 Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MSN - MSP
2h 6m
$148–592
Drive 261.4 mi
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1. Drive from Columbus to Minneapoliscar 261.4 mi
4h 37m
$48–69
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
5h 49m
$87–174
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomingtonbus Madison
7h 14m
$117–149

Columbus to Minneapolis by train and tram (Amtrak)

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5h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Columbus, WI, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Columbus Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis 3 times a day. Tickets cost $80–180 and the journey takes 5h 1m. Alternatively, Badger Bus operates a bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington twice a week. Tickets cost $55–75 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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