How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Columbia?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Columbia start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Columbia?

The average train journey time from Washington to Columbia is 10h 37m, covering a distance of 406 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Columbia route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Columbia?

The earliest train from Washington to Columbia departs at 13:48. And the latest train departs at 13:48.

Train Washington to Columbia from £53 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Columbia on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:48	Union Station	10h 37m	00:25	Columbia, SC	CheapestFastest
	Train	13:48	Union Station	10h 37m	00:25	Columbia, SC	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 05:54 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 9 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just £84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 29mAverage duration

407 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£84 - £84	Average duration9h 29m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£55 - £383	Average duration10h 37m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £55

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Columbia start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Columbia?
The average train journey time from Washington to Columbia is 10h 37m, covering a distance of 406 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Columbia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Columbia?
The earliest train from Washington to Columbia departs at 13:48. And the latest train departs at 13:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£95

11/12

£95

Today

£95

13/12

£53

14/12

£63

15/12

£95

16/12

£53

17/12

£63

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £53

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

You can expect to pay from £53 to £369 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £53, which is on 2025-12-13.