What is the cheapest way to get from Akron to Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from Akron to Columbia is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 9h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akron to Columbia?

The fastest way to get from Akron to Columbia is to fly and drive which takes 5h 2m and costs $95 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Akron and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Akron to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Akron and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Charleston, Charlotte Bus Station, Camden and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 44m.

How far is it from Akron to Columbia?

The distance between Akron and Columbia is 509 miles. The road distance is 571.8 miles.

How do I travel from Akron to Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from Akron to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 15h 44m and costs $90 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Akron to Columbia?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Akron to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akron to Columbia bus from?

Akron to Columbia bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Akron station.

Bus or fly from Akron to Columbia?

The best way to get from Akron to Columbia is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $60 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $200 and takes 15h 44m.

Where does the Akron to Columbia bus arrive?

Akron to Columbia bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Charleston station.

Can I drive from Akron to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Akron to Columbia is 572 miles. It takes approximately 9h 29m to drive from Akron to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 428+ hotels available in Columbia.

Akron to Columbia - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Akron to Columbia by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly Akron to Columbia
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1. Fly from Akron (CAK) to Columbia (CAE)plane CAK - CAE
6h 31m
$63–356
Bus
1. Take the bus from Akron to Charlestonbus
2. Take the bus from Charleston to Charlottebus
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Camdenbus
4. Take the bus from Camden to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
15h 44m
$92–193
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from RKP Transit Center to W. Prospect Ave & Superior Avebus 61
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
24h 39m
$505–805
Drive 568.5 mi
1. Drive from Akron to Columbiacar 568.5 mi
9h 29m
$94–136
Fly Akron to Charleston International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Akron (CAK) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane CAK - CHS
2. Drive from Charleston-Airport-CHS to Columbiacar
5h 2m
$98–481
Bus to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, fly to Columbia
1. Take the bus from Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Columbia (CAE)plane CLE - CAE
7h 13m
$91–505

Akron to Columbia by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 505.6 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Akron, OH, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Akron (CAK) to Columbia (CAE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Akron to Sumter Laurel South via Charleston, Charlotte Bus Station, Camden, Columbia, SC, and Broad Marley South in around 15h 44m.

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