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Columbus - Janesville Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

4 trains operate daily from Columbus to Janesville. The train trip from Columbus to Janesville is usually about 7 hours and 42 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 13 minutes.

Distance45 mi (73 km)
Fastest train7h 13m
Lowest price$78.00
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
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Price trends for trains from Columbus to Janesville

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Which train should you take from Columbus to Janesville?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Columbus to Janesville. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak47h 42m$95.65
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, 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 4 Amtrak trains from Columbus to Janesville every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $64.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Columbus to Janesville, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

The distance between Columbus and Janesville is approximately 45 miles, or 73 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 13 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.

Trains departing from Columbus to Janesville tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Columbus at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Janesville to Columbus.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Columbus?

Main departure station: 359 N Ludington St

There is one train station in Columbus.

All train stations in Columbus:

  • 359 N Ludington St

Where is the train station in Janesville?

Main arrival station: 3120 N Pontiac Dr

Janesville has one train station.

All train stations in Janesville:

  • 3120 N Pontiac Dr

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