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Pros: It was very nice. Cons: N/A. Tips: Very easy way to travel.
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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Columbus to Red Wing. Traveling by train from Columbus to Red Wing usually takes 3 hours and 47 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 195 mi (313 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 47m |
Lowest price | CHF 31.17 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Empire Builder |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Columbus to Red Wing
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Pros: It was very nice. Cons: N/A. Tips: Very easy way to travel.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Columbus to Red Wing was CHF 38.50. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 13 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CHF 28.88 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Amtrak Empire Builder is the one and only train line which connects Columbus to Red Wing. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Empire Builder | 2 | 3h 47m | CHF 63.05 |
The Amtrak Empire Builder is a long-distance passenger rail service that has been in operation since 1929. The full 2,200-mile route takes 45 hours to connect Chicago with the Pacific Northwest. Don’t let the length of the trip intimidate you; the Empire Builder is one of Amtrak’s most popular services, and often rated as the most scenic train route in the country. The sightseer lounge, home to enormous windows, is the perfect place to drink in the incredible views of the Mississippi River, the North Dakota Plains, Glacier National Park, and the Columbia River Gorge. Overnight trips on the Empire Builder include the option to book sleeper cabins, for a more comfortable journey and included meals. All passengers can purchase meals or snacks in the cafe car.
The distance between Columbus and Red Wing is approximately 195 miles, or 313 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 47 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Columbus to Red Wing on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Columbus at 5:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Columbus twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Red Wing with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Red Wing to Columbus.
There is one train station in Columbus.
359 N Ludington St
Red Wing has one train station.
420 Levee St
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