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Trip Overview

The train between Champaign and Columbia takes 37h 1m. There is at least one train per day from Champaign 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.

37h 1m
Duration
1,400 mi
Distance
$883
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Champaign to Columbia train times

Trains run once daily between Champaign and Columbia. The service departs Champaign at 10:24 AM in the morning, which arrives into Columbia at 00:25:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 37h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 1m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 1m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak37h 1m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak37h 1m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak37h 1m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak37h 1m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak37h 1m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Champaign 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: 1,400 mi
  • Duration: 37h 1m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

You can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Columbia Station via Chicago Union Station in around 32h 21m.

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