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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Columbia, SC | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Fastest | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Columbia, SC | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Columbia, SC | Penn Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Columbia to Baltimore
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 10 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 890, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 R 1 346
Amtrak Columbia Baltimore recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Baltimore 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 Columbia to Baltimore?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Baltimore start from R 1 346. The average price for this train route is around R 2 760. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbia to Baltimore?
The average train journey time from Columbia to Baltimore is 14h 11m, covering a distance of 696 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbia to Baltimore route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbia to Baltimore?
The earliest train from Columbia to Baltimore 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 Baltimore was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 453To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Baltimore as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 453 to R 8 491 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 453, which is on 2025-12-17.
