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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Union Station | Columbia, SC | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
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Get from Tampa to Columbia
The journey takes about 11 hours 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 900, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5597 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 900
Amtrak Tampa Columbia recent customer reviews
It was a little late in leaving and arriving but not a game breaker. Everything else was excellent.
Mohammed A.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Columbia, SC by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Tampa to Columbia cost?
The average train ticket price from Tampa to Columbia is R 1 614. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Tampa 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 Tampa to Columbia?
A train trip between Tampa and Columbia is around 11h 22m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 688 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Tampa and Columbia?
The number of trains from Tampa 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 Tampa to Columbia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Tampa to Columbia?
When taking the train from Tampa to Columbia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 238To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Tampa to Columbia, SC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 238 to R 19 144 for a train ticket from Tampa to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 281, which is on 2025-11-23.
