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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 | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 520, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 520
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC 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 Durham to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Columbia start from R 520. The average price for this train route is around R 912. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Columbia?
The average train journey time from Durham to Columbia is 7h 24m, covering a distance of 296 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Columbia 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 Durham to Columbia?
The earliest train from Durham to Columbia departs at 17:01. And the latest train departs at 17:01.
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 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 861To 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 R 861 to R 14 839 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 R 861, 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 R 912 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 520. 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!
