Cheap train tickets from Columbia to Orlando

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Columbia to Orlando. Traveling by train from Columbia to Orlando usually takes 10 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can make the trip in 9 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance: 378 mi (608 km)
Fastest train: 9h 30m
Lowest price: DKK 315.82
Trains per day: 1
Most frequent service: Amtrak Floridian
Train lines: 2

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Columbia to Orlando Train Schedule

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Average score for trains from Columbia to Orlando (Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

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Ruby

July 3, 2022 - Visiting family

Amtrak Silver Service

Pros: The AC was working well and bathroom were clean Cons: Not much for a train ride Tips: Take a pillow and a sweater

There are several train options that can take you from Columbia to Orlando:

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What is the price of a train ticket from Columbia to Orlando?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Columbia to Orlando was DKK 474.85. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 27 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around DKK 447.94 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Columbia to Orlando by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Columbia to Orlando will cost between DKK 441 and DKK 566. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Columbia to Orlando by month

Ticket prices for the train from Columbia to Orlando often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only DKK 487. If you're thinking of traveling from Columbia to Orlando during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of DKK 849 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Columbia to Orlando on Wanderu at least 27 days ahead of time, you can save about DKK 447.94 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Columbia to Orlando?

2 train services operate from Columbia to Orlando. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	12h 29m	DKK 635.54
Amtrak Floridian	1	9h 30m	DKK 459.66

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 Columbia to Orlando every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from DKK 532.94.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Columbia to Orlando start from DKK 315.82, and on average cost DKK 459.66. Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Orlando. Amtrak Floridian in Columbia leaves from 850 Pulaski St. And in Orlando trains arrive at 1400 Sligh Blvd.

From Columbia to Orlando train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 9 hours and 30 minutes.

If you are looking to travel to Orlando on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost DKK 315.82 for a one-way weekend reservation from Columbia.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Columbia to Orlando

Trains leave the station in Columbia twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Orlando faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip. You can also take a train for your return trip from Orlando to Columbia. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Columbia to Orlando for DKK 1,678.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Columbia and Orlando is approximately 378 miles, or 608 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 30 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

378

Distance (km)

608

The earliest train departs Columbia at 12:35am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:35am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

12:35am

Last train

12:35am

Trains from Columbia to Orlando are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Tuesday

Least crowded

Sunday

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.

Orlando

Orlando is the Theme Park Capital of the World, thanks to the high density of thrilling parks like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, Gatorland and more. It's no wonder we rated Orlando the #1 travel destination for families. Family vacation or not, if the highlight of your trip is picking out a wand at Ollivanders in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter or finally meeting Elsa in the Magic Kingdom, you know we won't judge.

Winter Park and Thornton Park – not more theme parks, we promise – are trendy neighborhoods where you can experience some of Orlando's world-class shopping, dining, and craft beer. You can also immerse yourself in some of Florida's unique wildlife at Orlando Wetlands Park, or the more central Lake Eola Park downtown. Orlando enjoys an average of 233 days of sunshine a year, so even though it's one of the cheapest cities to visit over Spring Break, you'll soak up that sweet, sweet sun almost any time of year.

Craving the ocean? Head a few hours outside Orlando for some of Florida's gorgeous beaches like New Smyrna Beach, Cocoa Beach, and the Canaveral National Seashore. Two large airports, as well as many bus and train companies with service in the area, mean that traveling from Orlando to other sunny Florida destinations and beyond is a breeze.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Columbia?

Main departure 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

Where is the train station in Orlando?

Main arrival station: 1400 Sligh Blvd

Orlando, FL - Orlando Health/Amtrak Station (1400 Sligh Blvd) - ORLAMT-0

Orlando has one train station.

All train stations in Orlando:

1400 Sligh Blvd

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