Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | 30th Street Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | 30th Street Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
Get from Philadelphia to Columbia
The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 788, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, SC by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to Columbia cost?
The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Columbia is R 4 211. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Columbia?
A train trip between Philadelphia and Columbia is around 14h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 844 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Philadelphia and Columbia?
The number of trains from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Columbia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Columbia?
When taking the train from Philadelphia to Columbia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 918To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, SC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 918 to R 10 224 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 918, which is on 2025-11-20.
