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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | No tags |
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Get from Columbia to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 15 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $95
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbia, SC to Philadelphia, PA by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Columbia to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Philadelphia start from $95. The average price for this train route is around $282. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbia to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Columbia to Philadelphia is 15h 38m, covering a distance of 523 miles (843 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Columbia to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Columbia to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Columbia to Philadelphia at 4:22am. And the latest train departs at 4:22am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbia, SC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $97To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $97 to $939 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $97 which is on 2026-02-01.
