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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 | Tri-Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Tri-Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Tri-Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Tri-Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Tri-Rail Station | No tags |
Get from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale
The journey takes about 16 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5749 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $64
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbia, SC to Fort Lauderdale by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale start from $64. The average price for this train route is around $141. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?
The average train ride duration from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale is 16h 56m, covering a distance of 546 miles (880 km). The quickest train can get you there in 16h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Columbia to Fort Lauderdale route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest train departs from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale at 12:35am. And the latest train departs at 12:35am.
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 Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $88To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Fort Lauderdale, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $88 to $768 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2026-01-24.
