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Trains from Columbus to Chicago

🚅 Embark on a scenic train journey from Columbus to Chicago which takes approximately 9 hours and 48 minutes covering a distance of 361 miles with 2 transfers along the way.

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  • Multiple companies provide train routes from Columbus to Chicago. Barons Bus operates some routes involving transfers through Dayton Trotwood, Richmond, or Indianapolis, with connections to Greyhound buses heading to Chicago. Greyhound also offers services from Columbus Greyhound to Chicago, including routes passing through Dayton Trotwood and Indianapolis. The travel times range from approximately 8 to 9 and a half hours, depending on the specific route and transfers. For more information and bookings, you can contact Barons Bus at 1 378-3823 or visit their website at https://baronsbus.com/, or reach out to Greyhound via their website at https://www.greyhound.com/.
  • The fastest train route between Columbus and Chicago is Route 5, which takes approximately 8 hours and 7 minutes to complete the journey. This route covers a distance of 344 miles and involves a single bus transfer. The bus service provided by Barons Bus departing from Columbus Greyhound and arriving at the Greyhound Bus Station in Chicago offers a quicker travel time compared to routes with multiple transfers. For further details or to make reservations, you can contact Barons Bus at 1 378-3823 or visit their website at https://baronsbus.com/.
  • There are multiple train routes between Columbus and Chicago each with different configurations and durations. The options available range from 3 to 5 routes with various transfer points, distances, and total travel times. Travelers can choose among these routes based on their preferences for travel duration and transfer points. For detailed information and bookings, you can contact Barons Bus at 1 378-3823 or visit their website at https://baronsbus.com/.
  • The first and last trains of the day for traveling from Columbus to Chicago can vary depending on the specific route chosen. Generally, the earliest departure is in the early morning hours around 6:00 am, while the latest departure typically falls in the evening around 7:00 pm. It is recommended to check the exact schedules with the respective bus agencies, such as Barons Bus and Greyhound, to ensure accurate timing for the day of travel. For more information on specific departure times, you can contact Barons Bus at 1 378-3823 or visit their website at https://baronsbus.com/.
  • There are no direct train trips available between Columbus and Chicago. However, there are bus routes provided by Barons Bus and Greyhound that involve transfers in cities like Dayton Trotwood, Richmond, or Indianapolis before reaching Chicago. Passengers will need to make bus transfers as part of their journey, with travel times ranging from approximately 8 to 9 and a half hours depending on the specific route chosen. For more information on the available routes and transfers, you can contact Barons Bus at 1 378-3823 or visit their website at https://baronsbus.com/, as well as check Greyhound's website at https://www.greyhound.com/.

Will you be returning to Columbus by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Chicago to Columbus

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