What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 28m and costs $150 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul station. However, there are services departing from Cremer at Park And Ride and arriving at Marshall & Otis Station via Madison and Union Depot & Gate A1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Columbus and Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

No, there is no direct train from Columbus station to Minneapolis–Saint Paul. However, there are services departing from Columbus Amtrak Station and arriving at St. Paul-Minneapolis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The distance between Columbus and Minneapolis–Saint Paul is 264 miles. The road distance is 259.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $80 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus from?

Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Madison station.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul train from?

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

Train or bus from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The best way to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $80 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $170 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus arrive?

Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Where does the Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

There are 518+ hotels available in Minneapolis–Saint Paul.

Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul by taxi, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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 28m
$150–584
Drive 257.6 mi
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1. Drive from Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paulcar 257.6 mi
4h 34m
$47–68
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
5h 36m
$82–171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison to Saint Paul Union Depotbus FlixBus 2548
7h 26m
$127–169

Columbus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul by train and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.6 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Columbus Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis 3 times a day. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 5h 1m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Madison to Saint Paul Union Depot once daily. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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