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Trip Overview

The average train between Newark and Columbia takes 14h 34m and the fastest train takes 14h 8m. There is at least one train per day from Newark 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.

14h 34m
Duration
717 mi
Distance
$469
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Newark to Columbia train times

Trains run once daily between Newark and Columbia. The earliest departure is at 9:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark is at 10:17 AM which arrives into Columbia at 12:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 14h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 43m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 43m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 43m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 43m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 43m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 21m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak14h 8m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newark 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: 716.8 mi
  • Duration: 14h 34m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Columbia Station via Washington Union Station in around 14h 21m.

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