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Get from Charlotte to Columbia
This route is served by train onlyThe journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Charlotte, NC to Columbia, SC: Trip Overview
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Based on 5540 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 $53
Charlotte to Columbia Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Oct 25, 2025 with a price of $56To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Columbia, SC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $56 to $549 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-10-25.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Charlotte to Columbia is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
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 Charlotte and Columbia, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Charlotte to Columbia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
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
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
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