Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Columbia, SC | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Amtrak Station | No tags |
Get from Columbia to Palatka
The journey takes about 7 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 721, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 R 721
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Palatka by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Columbia to Palatka?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Palatka start from R 721. The average price for this train route is around R 1 599. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbia to Palatka?
The average train journey time from Columbia to Palatka is 7h 24m, covering a distance of 487 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbia to Palatka route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Columbia to Palatka?
The earliest train from Columbia to Palatka departs at 00:35. And the latest train departs at 00:35.
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 Palatka was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 005To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Palatka as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 005 to R 10 098 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Palatka based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 005, which is on 2025-12-16.
