Trains from Pittsburgh, PA to Columbus, OH

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Train Pittsburgh to Columbus: Trip Overview

Train Pittsburgh to Columbus: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$146
Average train trip duration16h 16m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure23:59
Distance162 miles
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

US train company: Brightline

Pittsburgh to Columbus Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures23:59
Minimum PriceUS$103
Average Ticket PriceUS$146
Minimum Trip Duration16h16m
Average Train Trip Duration16h16m
Distance162 miles
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Pittsburgh - Columbus

The average train ticket price from Pittsburgh to Columbus is US$146. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Pittsburgh to Columbus is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Pittsburgh and Columbus is around 16h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 16h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 162 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Pittsburgh to Columbus can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Pittsburgh to Columbus by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Pittsburgh to Columbus, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Pittsburgh to Columbus is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Columbus you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Pittsburgh and Columbus compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Pittsburgh to Columbus and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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