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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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 | Petersburg, VA | Columbia, SC | No tags | |||||
| Petersburg, VA | Columbia, SC | No tags | |||||
| Petersburg, VA | Columbia, SC | No tags | |||||
| Petersburg, VA | Columbia, SC | No tags | |||||
| Petersburg, VA | Columbia, SC | No tags |
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Get from Petersburg to Columbia
The journey takes about 7 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Petersburg to Columbia, SC: Trip Overview
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Based on 5557 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 US$79
Petersburg to Columbia Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Petersburg - Columbia, SC
How much does a cheap train ticket from Petersburg to Columbia cost?
The average train ticket price from Petersburg to Columbia is US$99. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Petersburg to Columbia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Petersburg to Columbia?
A train trip between Petersburg and Columbia is around 7h 42m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 42m. This is the time it takes to travel the 487 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Petersburg and Columbia?
The number of trains from Petersburg to Columbia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Petersburg to Columbia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Petersburg to Columbia?
When taking the train from Petersburg to Columbia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Petersburg to Columbia, SC as early as possible.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Petersburg and Columbia is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Columbia.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Columbia you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Petersburg and Columbia, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Petersburg to Columbia and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
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