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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 | Durham Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Durham Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Columbia to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just €58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 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 €27
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Durham, NC, US 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 Columbia to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Durham start from €27. The average price for this train route is around €46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbia to Durham?
The average train journey time from Columbia to Durham is 6h 8m, covering a distance of 296 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbia to Durham 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 Columbia to Durham?
The earliest train from Columbia to Durham departs at 04:22. And the latest train departs at 04:22.
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 Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €44To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Durham, NC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €44 to €305 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €44, which is on 2026-01-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Columbia, SC to Durham, NC, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Columbia, SC and Durham, NC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost €46 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from €27. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Durham, NC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Columbia, SC to Durham, NC, US in about 5h – that's the fastest way to get there!