WI → ND · about 777 miles
Columbus to Williston train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Columbus to Williston. The fastest takes 18 hours 4 minutes; every train leaves at 5:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 18h 04m
- Leaves at
- 5:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Columbus Amtrak Station and arrives at Williston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:55 PM | 11:59 AM +1 day | 18h 04m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Columbus Where you get off in Williston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Columbus
- Columbus Amtrak Station Map of Columbus Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Williston
- Williston Amtrak Station Map of Williston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Williston to Columbus
Questions
How long is the train from Columbus to Williston?
The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 4 minutes; the typical trip is 18 hours 4 minutes.
What time is the first train from Columbus to Williston?
Every departure is at 5:55 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Columbus to Williston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Columbus?
Trains to Williston leave from Columbus Amtrak Station.