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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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Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Penn Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Penn Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Penn Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Penn Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Columbia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 15 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Columbia start from £115. The average price for this train route is around £248. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Columbia?
The average train journey time from Newark to Columbia is 15h 14m, covering a distance of 598 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Columbia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Columbia?
The earliest train from Newark to Columbia departs at 08:26. And the latest train departs at 09:22.
Which is the best train operator from Newark 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 Newark to Columbia?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £110To 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 £110 to £737 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 £110, which is on 2025-12-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Columbia, SC?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe 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 £248 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £115. 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 14m – that's the fastest way to get there!
