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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Columbia is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Columbia is to fly which takes 6h 35m and costs $190 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati - Downtown and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Columbus, Charlotte Bus Station, Camden and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 26m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Columbia?

The distance between Cincinnati and Columbia is 429 miles. The road distance is 492.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 18h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Cincinnati to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Columbia bus from?

Cincinnati to Columbia bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Cincinnati - Downtown station.

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Columbia?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Columbia is to fly which takes 6h 35m and costs $190 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 18h 26m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Columbia bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Columbia bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus station.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Columbia is 493 miles. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Cincinnati to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 392+ hotels available in Columbia.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Columbia (CAE)plane CVG - CAE
6h 35m
$194–1,104
Drive 489.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Columbiacar 489.8 mi
9h 14m
$90–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati - Downtown to N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbusbus
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Charlottebus
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Camdenbus
4. Take the bus from Camden to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
18h 26m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2642
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
25h 50m
$311–633
Bus via Atlanta
1. Take the bus from Covington Bus Stop to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta to Camdenbus
3. Take the bus from Camden to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
19h 11m
$153–278

Cincinnati to Columbia by bus and train

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25h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 426.6 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Covington (CVG) to Columbia (CAE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati - Downtown to Sumter Laurel South via Columbus, Charlotte Bus Station, Camden, Columbia, SC, and Broad Marley South in around 18h 26m.

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