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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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Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
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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 JP¥18,301, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5792 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at JP¥18,301
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Philadelphia, PA by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Columbia to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Philadelphia start from JP¥18,301. The average price for this train route is around JP¥34,247. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbia to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Columbia to Philadelphia is 15h 38m, covering a distance of 523 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbia to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbia to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Columbia to Philadelphia departs at 04:22. And the latest train departs at 04:22.
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 2 May 2026 with a price of JP¥16,691To 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 JP¥16,691 to JP¥93,566 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 JP¥17,815, which is on 2026-05-07.
