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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Union Station | Columbia, SC | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:20 AM EST.
Get from Tampa to Columbia
The journey takes about 11 hours 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 881, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 881
Amtrak Tampa Columbia recent customer reviews
It was a little late in leaving and arriving but not a game breaker. Everything else was excellent.
Mohammed A.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa 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 Tampa to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Tampa to Columbia start from R 881. The average price for this train route is around R 1 579. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tampa to Columbia?
The average train journey time from Tampa to Columbia is 11h 22m, covering a distance of 686 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Tampa 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 Tampa to Columbia?
The earliest train from Tampa to Columbia departs at 16:49. And the latest train departs at 16:49.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 021To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Tampa to Columbia, SC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 021 to R 5 708 for a train ticket from Tampa to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 021, which is on 2025-12-15.
