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Chicago to Columbus train schedule
Amtrak runs 21 direct trains a week from Chicago to Columbus. The fastest takes 2 hours 45 minutes; the first train leaves at 11:10 AM and the last at 3:05 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 2h 45m
- First train
- 11:10 AM
- Last train
- 3:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Columbus Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:10 AM | 1:55 PM | 2h 45m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:05 PM | 5:55 PM | 2h 50m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Columbus The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Columbus
- Columbus Amtrak Station Map of Columbus Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Columbus to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Columbus?
The fastest direct train takes 2 hours 45 minutes; the typical trip is 2 hours 50 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Columbus?
The earliest departure is at 11:10 AM (Daily) and the last at 3:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Columbus?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Columbus leave from Chicago Union Station.