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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Saint Paul is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Saint Paul is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 17m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Saint Paul?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to Saint Paul. However, there are services departing from Cremer at Park And Ride and arriving at Saint Paul Union Depot via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Columbus and Saint Paul?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Columbus Amtrak Station station and arriving at St. Paul-Minneapolis. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Columbus to Saint Paul?

The distance between Columbus and Saint Paul is 261 miles. The road distance is 253.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbus to Saint Paul without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $80 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Columbus to Saint Paul, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Columbus to Saint Paul?

The best way to get from Columbus to Saint Paul is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $80 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $170 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Columbus to Saint Paul bus arrive?

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

Where does the Columbus to Saint Paul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbus to Saint Paul?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Saint Paul is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Columbus to Saint Paul.

How do I get a train ticket from Columbus to Saint Paul?

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Where can I stay near Saint Paul?

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbus to 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 17m
$148–593
Drive 252.4 mi
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1. Drive from Columbus to Saint Paulcar 252.4 mi
4h 26m
$47–67
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
5h 1m
$80–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison to Saint Paul Union Depotbus FlixBus 2548
6h 48m
$125–166

Columbus to Saint Paul by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 259.7 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Columbus, WI, USA and Saint Paul, 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, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Madison to Saint Paul Union Depot twice daily. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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