Train Chicago IL - Columbus NE

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Travel information

Information about the train from Chicago to Columbus. The train is one of the safest modes of transportation in existence, and offers a comfortable atmosphere for you to relax on your journey from Chicago to Columbus. Best of all, getting from Chicago to Columbus is budget-friendly, with train tickets starting at just $67. This is an estimate, so please contact the train ticket seller directly for precise information.

Route

According to our database, the best route to go from Chicago to Columbus is through Lincoln. Take a look at the route we propose for this trip. We show you all available schedules for each train trip.

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Lincoln
Columbus
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Tickets and schedules

Step 1

Chicago Station

Lincoln Station

10h 8m

$84

Amtrak California Zephyr

Step 2
Train from Lincoln NE to Columbus NE

You can find the most accurate information for the route Lincoln NE - Columbus NE by clicking here

Frequently asked questions

How can I get cheap train tickets to go from Chicago to Columbus?

If you want to get cheap train tickets from Chicago to Columbus we recommend that you book in advance as the best Amtrak California Zephyr tickets sell out fast.The cheapest ticket is usually $67 and the most expensive one to go to Columbus is approximately $84. .Remember that you must also add the cost of the journey: Lincoln -> Columbus

What time is the first train from Chicago?

The first trains for the route we propose are:
Chicago -> Lincoln: 14:00
Lincoln -> Columbus: -

What companies can help me on my trip?

The companies that can help you are: Amtrak California Zephyr.

How can I get ticket refund on Amtrak California Zephyr?

Each company has its rules and depending on the ticket, price, and offer different refund policies apply. We recommend that you contact the company where you bought the ticket to get a solution.

Why do I see more than one step on the route Chicago - Columbus?

In Goticket we try to give a solution for every trip the user asks. Sometimes is not possible but we do our best to group different train direct routes to in order to create a multi-step journey that satisfies the user. This is the route we recommend::
1.- Chicago -> Lincoln
2.- Lincoln -> Columbus

How far is Chicago from Columbus?

The approximate distance between the two places is 939 km. With the route we propose, it will take approximately 10h 8m (plus the time it takes to you to make: Lincoln -> Columbus).

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