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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 | Durham Station | Columbia, SC | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Columbia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 7 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC 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 Durham to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Columbia start at $43. The average price for this train route is around $75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Durham to Columbia?
The average train trip from Durham to Columbia takes 7h 24m and covers 296 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Columbia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Columbia?
The earliest train from Durham to Columbia departs at 5:01pm. The latest train departs at 5:01pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $71 to $1,217 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Durham, NC, US and Columbia, SC is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $75 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $43. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Columbia, SC, choose the train, as it will take you from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC in about 5h 10m —that's the fastest way to get there!
