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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 | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
Get from Norfolk to Columbia
The journey takes about 11 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5746 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $91
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA to Columbia, SC by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Norfolk to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Norfolk to Columbia start from $91. The average price for this train route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Norfolk to Columbia?
The average train ride duration from Norfolk to Columbia is 11h 26m, covering a distance of 332 miles (536 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Norfolk to Columbia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Norfolk to Columbia?
The earliest train departs from Norfolk to Columbia at 6:14am. And the latest train departs at 12:59pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $122To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Norfolk, VA to Columbia, SC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $122 to $364 for a train ticket from Norfolk, VA to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2026-01-21.
