The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
15 h 10 m
Average duration
15 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wilmington, NC for Columbia, SC on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 15 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 10 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 15 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €87, and a flight costs an average of €290.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€111 Average price Cheapest | €418 Average price |
10h 57m Average total duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration Fastest 7h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:15 PM Wilmington, NC | 15h10 | 4:25 AM Columbia, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC
Trains from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€87) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 09:15. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 15h 5m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 10h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€87) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 15h 5m |
First train 04:13 |
Last train 09:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilmington, NC and Columbia, SC from $109 (€87). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Columbia, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilmington, NC to Columbia, SC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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