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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Cary Station | Columbia, SC | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Cary Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cary Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cary Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
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Get from Cary to Columbia
The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $32
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cary, US 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 Cary to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Cary to Columbia start at $32. The average price for this train route is around $64. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cary to Columbia?
The average train trip from Cary to Columbia takes 4h 9m and covers 287 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cary to Columbia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cary to Columbia?
The earliest train from Cary to Columbia departs at 5:22pm. The latest train departs at 8:16pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cary, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cary, US to Columbia, SC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $644 for a train ticket from Cary, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-12-13.
