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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | Columbia, SC | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:33 PM EST.
Get from Jacksonville to Columbia
The journey takes about 5 hours 38 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 719, 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 719
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL to Columbia, SC 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 Jacksonville to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Columbia start from R 719. The average price for this train route is around R 1 274. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Columbia?
The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Columbia is 5h 38m, covering a distance of 409 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville to Columbia?
The earliest train from Jacksonville to Columbia departs at 22:33. And the latest train departs at 22:33.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 675To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Jacksonville, FL to Columbia, SC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 675 to R 5 307 for a train ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 675, which is on 2025-12-16.
