Next train departures
| 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 | Back Bay Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Boston Route 128, MA | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | South Station (Train Terminal) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 29/12/2025 EST.
Get from Columbia to Boston
The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just £93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5707 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 £93
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Boston, MA, US 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 Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Boston start from £93. The average price for this train route is around £233. 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 Boston?
The average train journey time from Columbia to Boston is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 780 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbia to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbia to Boston?
The earliest train from Columbia to Boston 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 Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £143To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Boston, MA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £143 to £747 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £143, which is on 2026-01-07.
