Trains tickets from Raleigh to Columbia (SC)

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Today26 Apr
from US$41
Tomorrow27 Apr
from US$52
Mon28 Apr
from US$33
Tue29 Apr
from US$26
Wed30 Apr
from US$26
Thu1 May
from US$33
Fri2 May
from US$26
Sat3 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: Columbia, SC
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Raleigh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: Columbia, SC
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Columbia

Bus
Average priceUS$46 - US$46Average duration4h 35m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average priceUS$27 - US$249Average duration4h 31m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Raleigh to Columbia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 31mAverage duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Train Raleigh to Columbia: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$29
Average train trip duration4h 31m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure19:49
Distance183 miles

Raleigh to Columbia Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Columbia from Raleigh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Raleigh - Columbia

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Raleigh to Columbia cost?

    The average train ticket price from Raleigh to Columbia is US$29. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Raleigh to Columbia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Raleigh to Columbia?

    A train trip between Raleigh and Columbia is around 4h 31m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 183 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Raleigh and Columbia?

    The number of trains from Raleigh to Columbia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Raleigh to Columbia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
24/04
US$52
25/04
US$41
Today
US$41
27/04
US$52
28/04
US$33
29/04
US$26
30/04
US$26
01/05
US$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Columbia was searched and found on 29 Apr 2025 with a price of US$26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Raleigh to Columbia as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$392 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Columbia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-04-29.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Columbia, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Raleigh and Columbia, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Raleigh to Columbia and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Columbia?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Raleigh and Columbia is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$29 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$27. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Columbia, choose the train, as it will take you from Raleigh to Columbia in about 4h 31m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Columbia to Raleigh

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