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Trip Overview

The train between Lorton and Columbia takes 15h 40m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Lorton 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.

15h 40m
Duration
508 mi
Distance
$327
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Lorton to Columbia train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Lorton and Columbia. The service departs Lorton at 8:45 AM in the morning, which arrives into Columbia at 00:25:00. All services require a transfer at 2 and take an average of 15h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Virginia Railway ExpressAmtrak15h 40m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Virginia Railway ExpressAmtrak15h 40m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Virginia Railway ExpressAmtrak15h 40m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Virginia Railway ExpressAmtrak15h 40m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lorton 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: 507.6 mi
  • Duration: 15h 40m

What companies run services between Lorton, VA, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Columbia Station once daily. Tickets cost $270–420 and the journey takes 10h 16m.

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