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California to Columbia trains

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Trip Overview

The train between California and Columbia takes 3d 4h. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from California to Columbia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3d 4h
Duration
3,499 mi
Distance
$1,129
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

California to Columbia train times

Trains run 5 times a week between California and Columbia. The earliest departure is at 5:19 PM in the evening, and the last departure from California is at 5:19 PM which arrives into Columbia at 12:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3d 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Arrives +4 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 4h • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Arrives +4 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 4h • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Arrives +4 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 4h • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Arrives +4 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 4h • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Arrives +4 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 4h • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from California to Columbia? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 3,498.9 mi
  • Duration: 3d 4h

What companies run services between California, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

You can take a train from Los Angeles to Columbia Station via Chicago Union Station in around 3d 1h.

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