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Get from Charlotte to Columbia
The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 860, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 860
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Columbia, SC by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Columbia start from R 860. The average price for this train route is around R 1 230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Columbia?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Columbia is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 141 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Columbia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Columbia?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Columbia departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 14:20.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 169To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Columbia, SC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 169 to R 17 886 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 169, which is on 2026-02-01.
