Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | 30th Street Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:53 PM EST.
Get from Columbia to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 15 hours 38 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 632, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 1 632
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Philadelphia start from R 1 632. The average price for this train route is around R 5 675. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Columbia to Philadelphia is 15h 38m, covering a distance of 843 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Columbia to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Columbia to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 556To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 556 to R 31 116 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 556, which is on 2025-12-16.
