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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 | Gastonia Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Columbia, SC | Gastonia Station | No tags |
Get from Columbia to Gastonia
The journey takes about 23 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5643 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 $138
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbia, SC to Gastonia 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 Gastonia?
The cheapest train tickets from Columbia to Gastonia start from $138. The average price for this train route is around $138. 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 Gastonia?
The average train ride duration from Columbia to Gastonia is 23h 9m, covering a distance of 89 miles (143 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Columbia to Gastonia 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 Gastonia?
The earliest train departs from Columbia to Gastonia at 4:13am. And the latest train departs at 4:13am.
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 Gastonia was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $108To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Columbia, SC to Gastonia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $108 to $1,182 for a train ticket from Columbia, SC to Gastonia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-12-14.
