What is the cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Columbus?

The cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Columbus is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atlanta to Columbus?

The fastest way to get from Atlanta to Columbus is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $85 - $400.

How far is it from Atlanta to Columbus?

The distance between Atlanta and Columbus is 261 miles. The road distance is 260.6 miles.

How long does it take to get from Atlanta to Columbus?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Atlanta to Columbus, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Atlanta and Columbus?

Columbus is 1h behind Atlanta. It is currently 5:13 AM in Atlanta and 4:13 AM in Columbus.

Can I drive from Atlanta to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Atlanta to Columbus is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Atlanta to Columbus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 22+ hotels available in Columbus.

Atlanta to Columbus - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Atlanta to Columbus by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR)plane ATL - GTR
2h 41m
$88–398
Drive 259.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Atlanta to Columbuscar 259.1 mi
4h 26m
$48–69
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Tuscaloosa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0604
2. Drive from Tuscaloosa Bus Stop to Columbuscar
5h 10m
$65–90
Train, drive (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Peachtree Station to Tuscaloosa Stationtrain Crescent
2. Drive from Tuscaloosa Station to Columbuscar
6h 59m
$82–160

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Atlanta, GA, USA and Columbus, MS, USA?

Delta flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) twice daily.

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