Trains tickets from Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC

TodayAug 6
TomorrowAug 7
FriAug 8
from $294
SatAug 9
from $253
SunAug 10
MonAug 11
TueAug 12
from $192
WedAug 13

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: Columbia, SC
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Penn Station
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: Columbia, SC
    Operated by: Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: Columbia, SC
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Penn Station
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: Columbia, SC
    Operated by: Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: Columbia, SC
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Columbia.

Average Price$539 - $539Average Duration2d 10h
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$135 - $444Average Duration15h 49m
87kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Newark to Columbia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 15 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
15h 49mAverage Duration
$135Cheapest ticket
87kgCO₂ emissions

Train Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$283
Average train trip duration15h 49m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure8:26am
Distance596 miles (960 km)
Latest train departure9:45am

Newark to Columbia Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08/04
$243
08/05
$208
Today
$311
08/07
$243
08/08
$282
08/09
$243
08/10
$282
08/11
$260
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of $208

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $208 to $664 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $243 which is on 2025-08-07.

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 Newark 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.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Columbia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Newark and Columbia, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Newark to Columbia.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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 traveling more than 17,000 km.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Newark, NJ and Columbia, SC is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $283 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $135. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Columbia, SC, choose the train, as it will take you from Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC in about 15h 49m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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