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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | La Crosse, WI | Columbus Amtrak | Cheapest | ||||
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Get from La Crosse to Columbus
The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5850 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 66
Frequently asked questions about traveling from La Crosse, WI to Columbus, WI by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from La Crosse to Columbus?
The cheapest train tickets from La Crosse to Columbus start from PEN 66. The average price for this train route is around PEN 123. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from La Crosse to Columbus?
The average train ride duration from La Crosse to Columbus is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 117 miles (189 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the La Crosse to Columbus route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from La Crosse to Columbus?
The earliest train departs from La Crosse to Columbus at 11:37am. And the latest train departs at 2:17pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from La Crosse, WI to Columbus, WI was searched and found on Aug 3, 2026 with a price of PEN 77To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from La Crosse, WI to Columbus, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 77 to PEN 2,846 for a train ticket from La Crosse, WI to Columbus, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 77 which is on 2026-08-08.
