Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Tri-Rail Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tri-Rail Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tri-Rail Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tri-Rail Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tri-Rail Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
Get from Fort Lauderdale to Columbia
The journey takes about 16 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5608 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 £50
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Columbia start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £90. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Fort Lauderdale to Columbia?
The average train journey time from Fort Lauderdale to Columbia is 16h 28m, covering a distance of 546 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 16h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Columbia?
The earliest train from Fort Lauderdale to Columbia departs at 11:43. And the latest train departs at 11:43.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Columbia, SC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £47 to £806 for a train ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-12-01.
