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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 | Kannapolis, NC | Columbia, SC | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Get from Kannapolis to Columbia
The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 262, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5666 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 1 262
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis to Columbia?
The cheapest train tickets from Kannapolis to Columbia start from R 1 262. The average price for this train route is around R 1 262. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kannapolis to Columbia?
The average train journey time from Kannapolis to Columbia is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 172 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis to Columbia?
The earliest train from Kannapolis to Columbia departs at 14:45. And the latest train departs at 14:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kannapolis to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 645To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kannapolis to Columbia, SC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 645 to R 15 089 for a train ticket from Kannapolis to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 645, which is on 2025-12-23.
