How much does a train ticket from New York to Columbia cost?

The average train ticket price from New York to Columbia is $358. The best way to find train tickets from New York 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!

How long is the train trip from New York to Columbia?

A train trip between New York and Columbia is around 15h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 15h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 603 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between New York and Columbia?

The number of trains from New York to Columbia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New York to Columbia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from New York to Columbia (SC) | Amtrak

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from $237

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 2 at 8:10am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
Arrival time: May 3 at 12:20am
Destination city: Columbia
Destination location: Columbia, SC
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 16h 10m
Departure time: May 2 at 8:10am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
Arrival time: May 3 at 12:20am
Destination city: Columbia
Destination location: Columbia, SC
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 16h 10m
Departure time: May 2 at 8:10am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
Arrival time: May 3 at 12:20am
Destination city: Columbia
Destination location: Columbia, SC
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 16h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York to Columbia.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $120	Average Duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$144 - $818	Average Duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from New York to Columbia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 30mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest ticket

24kgCO₂ emissions

Train New York to Columbia: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$358

Average train trip duration15h 20m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure8:10am

Distance605 miles (975 km)

Latest train departure9:05am

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,076 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5076 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 $144.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

New York to Columbia Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/23

$341

04/24

$256

Today

$264

04/26

$230

04/27

No data

04/28

$143

04/29

$200

04/30

No data

The cheapest trip from New York to Columbia was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $143

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

You can expect to pay from $143 to $798 for a train ticket from New York to Columbia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2025-04-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from New York to Columbia is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Columbia you take, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between New York and Columbia compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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.

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Trains tickets from New York to Columbia (SC)