Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Columbia, SC | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | No tags |
Get from Columbia to Jacksonville
The journey takes about 5 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 717, 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 717
Amtrak Columbia Jacksonville recent customer reviews
It was extremely cold, this was my first time ever riding a train. I had to kick the chair leg out just to lay on it. They kept the lights on the entire ride
Shaquan R.
Seating is compressed to the point of providing no comfort
Wade P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Jacksonville start from R 717. The average price for this train route is around R 1 448. 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 Jacksonville?
The average train journey time from Columbia to Jacksonville is 5h 57m, covering a distance of 409 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbia to Jacksonville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbia to Jacksonville?
The earliest train from Columbia to Jacksonville departs at 00:35. And the latest train departs at 00:35.
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 Jacksonville, FL was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 672To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Jacksonville, FL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 672 to R 14 021 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Jacksonville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 672, which is on 2025-12-17.
