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05/14/2025
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Washington, DC to Columbia, SC by train

The journey from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC by train is 405 mi and takes 14 hr 9 min. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:04 PM and the last at 10:00 PM. It is possible to travel from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC by train for as little as $89.45 or as much as $220.93. The best price for this journey is $89.45.

Lowest Price $89.45
Journey Duration 14 hr 9 min
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price $89.45
Highest Price $220.93
First Departure 3:04 PM
Last Departure 10:00 PM
Distance 405 mi
Departure Washington, DC
Arrival Columbia, SC
Carriers Amtrak

Washington, DC to Columbia, SC Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday, May 14, 2025

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Best time to book Washington, DC to Columbia, SC travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $88.99 to $221.89 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 60% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC

The cheapest Washington, DC - Columbia, SC train tickets can be found for as low as $96.78 if you’re lucky, or $121.11 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $146.65.

Find the best day to travel to Columbia, SC by train

When travelling to Columbia, SC by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Washington, DC to Columbia, SC CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
45.62kg
Bus
48.88kg
Flight
130.36kg
Car
104.29kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Washington, DC and Columbia, SC are 45.62kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Washington, DC and Columbia, SC? By taking the train between Washington, DC and Columbia, SC you will save 84.74kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.26kg compared to a bus and 58.67kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC?
A train ticket from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC is $127.23. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $89.45.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC is $89.45. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Washington, DC and Columbia, SC by train?
Washington, DC to Columbia, SC is 405 mi.
How long does the train between Washington, DC and Columbia, SC take?
Washington, DC to Columbia, SC is on average 14 hr 9 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 10 hr 37 min.
How many train connections per day go from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC?
Washington, DC to Columbia, SC has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC leave?
The earliest train from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC departs at 3:04 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC depart?
The latest train from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC departs at 10:00 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $89.45 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Washington, DC to go to Columbia, SC.
What's the fastest journey time between Washington, DC to Columbia, SC by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Washington, DC and Columbia, SC is 10 hr 37 min.
Is there a direct train from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC?
Yes, there is a direct train between Washington, DC and Columbia, SC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Washington, DC to Columbia, SC by train?
The train journey from Washington, DC to Columbia, SC creates 45.62kg of CO2 emissions.

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