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Trip Overview

The train between Columbia and Chicago takes 29h 23m. There is at least one train per day from Columbia to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

29h 23m
Duration
1,272 mi
Distance
$490
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Columbia to Chicago train times

Trains run once daily between Columbia and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 4:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Columbia is at 4:22 AM which arrives into Chicago at 8:45 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 29h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 1,271.9 mi
  • Duration: 29h 23m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $410–850 and the journey takes 29h 23m.

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