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Southern Pines to Columbia Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Southern Pines to Columbia. Traveling by train from Southern Pines to Columbia usually takes 2 hours and 56 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 124 mi (199 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 56m |
| Lowest price | NOK 346.91 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Floridian |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Southern Pines to Columbia?
2 train services operate from Southern Pines to Columbia. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 2h 56m | NOK 346.91 |
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 2h 56m | NOK 346.91 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Southern Pines to Columbia every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 347.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Southern Pines to Columbia start from NOK 347, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Columbia. Amtrak Floridian in Southern Pines leaves from 235 NW Broad St . And in Columbia trains arrive at 850 Pulaski St .
From Southern Pines to Columbia train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 2 hours and 56 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Columbia on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Southern Pines.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Southern Pines to Columbia
Trains from Southern Pines to Columbia are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Southern Pines at 9:00pm and arrives in Columbia around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Columbia with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Columbia to Southern Pines.
City Information
Columbia
As the capital city of South Carolina, Columbia offers plenty of historic attractions and exciting activities that will keep tourists of all ages satisfied. Sitting at the heart of the city is the South Carolina State Museum, which boasts the most impressive collection of permanent and changing exhibits in the state, as well as in the Southeast. One of the top highlights of the museum is its amazing planetarium that has a height of 55 feet. If you are traveling with kids, EdVenture should certainly be on your list. The museum’s prime attraction is a giant 10-year-old with his own fake digestive tracts and vertebrae, allowing kids to explore anatomy with ease. Nature lovers should not miss out on the chance to enjoy an outdoor day at Lake Murray, which features a vast range of activities such as boating, fishing, paddling, etc.
Columbia features an exciting food scene that is brimming with new talents. For an amazing lunch, The Gourmet Shop and their famous chicken salad will be a great choice. If you wish to enjoy a dinner with wine, Lula Drake is the place to be.
Columbia’s principal bus station is located 710-A Buckner Rd on the outskirts of the city. The main Amtrak train station is located on Pulaski St in the heart of downtown near the University of South Carolina campus. Columbia is served by Amtrak’s Silver Service line. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is the main airport and it is located five miles southwest of the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Southern Pines?
Main departure station: 235 NW Broad St
There is one train station in Southern Pines.
All train stations in Southern Pines:
235 NW Broad St
Where is the train station in Columbia?
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Main arrival station: 850 Pulaski St
The Columbia Amtrak Station at 850 Pulaski St is the only train station in Columbia, SC. The station is served by the Amtrak Silver Star train, which travels from New York City to Miami. Built in 1991, the Columbia Station is a steel structure located three miles from the city's downtown area and not far from the University of South Carolina campus. It offers an indoor waiting area, an information kiosk, and restrooms. The station was moved to the current Pulaski Street site from Gervais Street, where the former red-brick Seaboard Air Line and Amtrak station stood.
All train stations in Columbia:
850 Pulaski St
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