Train from San Antonio, US to Columbia, SC: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Antonio to Columbia on 30 January
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San Antonio Station
Columbia, SCNo tags
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San Antonio Station
Columbia, SCNo tags
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San Antonio Station
Columbia, SCNo tags
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San Antonio Station
Columbia, SCNo tags
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San Antonio Station
Columbia, SCNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to Columbia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 24 minutes and with fares starting at just £204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 1hAverage duration
1078 milesDistance
43kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£204 - £204Average duration1d 1h
43kg CO₂e
Average price£213 - £306Average duration2d 16h
157kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from San Antonio to Columbia?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Columbia start from £213. The average price for this train route is around £253. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Antonio to Columbia?

    The average train journey time from San Antonio to Columbia is 2d 16h, covering a distance of 1069 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Antonio to Columbia route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Antonio to Columbia?

    The earliest train from San Antonio to Columbia departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 3 Feb 2026 with a price of £205

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Antonio, US to Columbia, SC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £205 to £1,102 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £205, which is on 2026-02-03.

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