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

The cheapest way to get from California to Columbia is to bus which costs $420 - $850 and takes 2 days 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Columbia is to fly which takes 9h 17m and costs $390 - $1,700.

Is there a direct bus between California and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Dallas Bus Station, Atlanta, Camden and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

Is there a direct train between California and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from California to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Columbia Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 1h.

How far is it from California to Columbia?

The distance between California and Columbia is 2098 miles. The road distance is 2381.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 8h and costs $420 - $850.

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

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from California to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Columbia bus from?

California to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the California to Columbia train from?

California to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train, bus or fly from California to Columbia?

The best way to get from California to Columbia is to fly which takes 9h 17m and costs $390 - $1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $420 - $850 and takes 2 days 8h, you could also train, which costs $1,100 - $2,400 and takes 3 days 1h.

Where does the California to Columbia bus arrive?

California to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Dallas Bus Station.

What is the time difference between California and Columbia?

Columbia is 3h ahead of California. It is currently 3:15 PM in California and 6:15 PM in Columbia.

Where does the California to Columbia train arrive?

California to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from California to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Columbia is 2381 miles. It takes approximately 37h 41m to drive from California to Columbia.

How do I get a train ticket from California to Columbia?

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 405+ hotels available in Columbia.

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There are 5 ways to get from California to Columbia by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly from San Diego International Airport
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1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Columbia (CAE)plane SAN - CAE
9h 17m
$394–1,607
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta to Camdenbus
4. Take the bus from Camden to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
2d 8h
$429–804
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain
3d 1h
$1,139–2,308
Drive 2,367.6 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Columbiacar 2,367.6 mi
37h 41m
$433–625
Fly from Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Columbia (CAE)plane LAX - CAE
9h 51m
$400–1,615

California to Columbia by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 2,085.6 mi
Duration: 9h 17m

What companies run services between California, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Columbia (CAE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Sumter Laurel South via Dallas Bus Station, Atlanta, Camden, Columbia, SC, and Broad Marley South in around 2d 8h.

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