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Columbia to California trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Columbia and California takes 3d 6h. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Columbia to California. 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 6h
Duration
3,499 mi
Distance
$2,329
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Columbia to California train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Columbia and California. The service departs Columbia at 4:22 AM at night, which arrives into California at 07:57:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3d 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak3d 6h • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 6h • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 6h • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 6h • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 6h • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrak3d 6h • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Columbia to California? 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 6h

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

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

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