Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Columbia, SC | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Columbia, SC | Fastest | ||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Baltimore to Columbia start at $122. The average price for this train route is around $237. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Baltimore to Columbia?
The average train trip from Baltimore to Columbia takes 12h 57m and covers 711 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Baltimore to Columbia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Baltimore to Columbia?
The earliest train from Baltimore to Columbia departs at 11:00am. The latest train departs at 12:07pm.
What is the best train operator from Baltimore to Columbia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Baltimore to Columbia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Baltimore to Columbia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Baltimore to Columbia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $194To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Baltimore to Columbia, SC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $194 to $602 for a train ticket from Baltimore to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $194 which is on 2026-01-10.
