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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags |
Get from Columbia to Gastonia
The journey takes about 23 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $195, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5643 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 $195
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Gastonia 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 Columbia to Gastonia?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Gastonia start at $195. The average price for this train route is around $195. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Columbia to Gastonia?
The average train trip from Columbia to Gastonia takes 23h 9m and covers 143 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbia to Gastonia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbia to Gastonia?
The earliest train from Columbia to Gastonia departs at 4:13am. The latest train departs at 4:13am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbia, SC to Gastonia was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $153To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Gastonia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $153 to $1,670 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Gastonia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2025-12-14.
