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Columbus to Portage Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Columbus and Portage. The average train journey from Columbus to Portage takes 29 minutes, but some Amtrak Borealis train trips are as short as 28 minutes.
| Distance | 26 mi (42 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 28m |
| Lowest price | $9.00 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Empire Builder |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Columbus to Portage?
2 train services operate from Columbus to Portage. Amtrak Empire Builder usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Borealis | 1 | 0h 28m | $13.00 |
| Amtrak Empire Builder | 2 | 0h 29m | $10.00 |
Amtrak Borealis train tickets from Columbus to Portage start from $12, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Borealis schedules to Portage. Amtrak Borealis in Columbus leaves from 359 N Ludington St . And in Portage trains arrive at 400 W Oneida St .
From Columbus to Portage train travel on Amtrak Borealis takes 0 hours and 28 minutes.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Columbus to Portage
Trains from Columbus to Portage are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Columbus at 1:00pm 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.
There are 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Columbus to Portage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Portage 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 Portage?
Main arrival station: 400 W Oneida St
Portage has one train station.
All train stations in Portage:
400 W Oneida St
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