Cheap train tickets from Cincinnati to Columbus

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Cincinnati to Columbus. Travelling by train from Cincinnati to Columbus usually takes 16 hours and 34 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance: 375 mi (603 km)
Fastest train: 16h 34m
Lowest price: CHF 131.12
Trains per day: 2
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Cincinnati to Columbus Train Schedule

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There are several train options that can take you from Cincinnati to Columbus:

Amtrak tickets: CHF 131 one-way

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Which train should you take from Cincinnati to Columbus?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Cincinnati to Columbus. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	16h 34m	CHF 146.78

Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned washroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Cincinnati to Columbus every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 131.12.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Cincinnati to Columbus

Trains leave the station in Cincinnati twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Cincinnati and Columbus is approximately 603 kilometres. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours and 34 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

375

Distance (km)

603

The earliest train departs Cincinnati at 2:21 a.m. while the last train of the day leaves at 2:21 a.m. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

2:21am

Last train

2:21am

Trains from Cincinnati to Columbus are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Monday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Cincinnati

A city famous for its idyllic beauty and quaint quarters, Cincinnati is the destination for tourists who wish to stay away from a large crowd. On a bright sunny day in Cincinnati, head over to Eden Park. Encompassing over 183 acres of green space and tree groves, the park lives up to its name, and there are some scenic ponds where you can unwind as well as take a few amazing pictures. Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum might sound like a scary place to visit, but its tranquility and amazing landscape design, which was ahead of its time, will make it worth the while to check it out. For those who still crave some liveliness, watching a game at the Great American Ball Park, home of the oldest professional baseball team, the Cincinnati Reds, will be an unforgettable experience.

Cincinnati features a very diverse food scene in spite of its German roots. If you are looking to try out some refreshing Mediterranean dishes, head over to Abigail Street, one of the local favourites. For authentic German dishes, the door at Mecklenburg Gardens welcomes you.

There’s not a central bus station in the city, as each of the different bus carriers serving Cincinnati operates out of a different location. The principal Amtrak train station is the Union Terminal on Western Ave. Cincinnati is served by Amtrak’s Cardinal line. The city’s main airport is the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, which is located in Hebron, Kentucky.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Cincinnati?

Main departure station: Union Terminal - 1301 Western Ave

Union Terminal - 1301 Western Ave - CINAMT-0

Union Terminal - 1301 Western Ave - CINAMT-1

Union Terminal - 1301 Western Ave - CINAMT-2

Cincinnati’s Union Terminal is a living museum and train station with service operated by Amtrak. The art deco train station opened in 1933 and is now part of the Cincinnati Museum Center. Visitors can ogle dinosaur skeletons in the Museum of Natural History and travel back in time to an old-fashioned city street in the Cincinnati History Museum. To serve the 1.4 million annual visitors to these museums, the centre offers a coat check, gift shops, and three dining rooms where travellers can stop in for ice cream or a draft beer before boarding their train. Amtrak’s Cardinal line runs through Union Terminal on its route from Chicago to New York, and travellers can travel to other cities along this line, such as Toledo and Cleveland.

All train stations in Cincinnati:

Union Terminal - 1301 Western Ave

Where is the train station in Columbus?

Main arrival station: 359 N Ludington St

Columbus has one train station.

All train stations in Columbus:

359 N Ludington St

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