What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station is to bus which costs $70 - $120 and takes 12h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station is to fly and train which takes 4h 37m and costs $85 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Baltimore Penn Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station station. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Penn Station via Columbia, SC, O'Donnell St Cutoff & Travel Center and Lombard St. NB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Baltimore Penn Station?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Baltimore Penn Station station. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Baltimore Penn Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station?

The distance between Columbia and Baltimore Penn Station is 466 miles. The road distance is 517.9 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station without a car is to train which takes 12h and costs $160 - $950.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station bus from?

Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from Columbia, SC station.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station train from?

Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbia Station.

Train or bus from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station?

The best way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station is to train which takes 12h and costs $160 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $120 and takes 12h 48m.

Where does the Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station bus arrive?

Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Baltimore, MD station.

Where does the Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station train arrive?

Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station is 518 miles. It takes approximately 8h 56m to drive from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station?

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Where can I stay near Baltimore Penn Station?

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Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus, car, subway, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane CAE - DCA
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain
4h 37m
$88–1,108
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane CAE - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
3. Take the train from New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain
5h 32m
$60–354
Train
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain Commuter Rail / ...
12h
$161–931
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Baltimore, MDbus Augusta
12h 48m
$74–114
Drive 514.9 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Baltimore Penn Stationcar 514.9 mi
8h 56m
$94–136
Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane CAE - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain
5h 32m
$106–1,074
Bus via Raleigh
1. Take the bus from Assembly & Gervais South to James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Centerbus 44
2. Take the bus from Sumter Bus Stop to Raleigh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus
14h 6m
$72–144

Columbia to Baltimore Penn Station by train

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Distance: 463 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Baltimore Penn Station, MD, USA?

You can take a train from Columbia Station to Baltimore Penn Station via Washington Union Station in around 12h. Alternatively, Wanda Coach operates a bus from Columbia, SC to Baltimore, MD once daily. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 10h 35m.

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