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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Kentucky is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Kentucky is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $150 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Columbia and arriving at Louisville, KY via St Louis Bus Station and Evansville, IN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Columbia to Kentucky?

The distance between Columbia and Kentucky is 436 miles. The road distance is 384.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Kentucky without a car is to taxi and train and bus which takes 10h 46m and costs $210 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Columbia to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Kentucky bus from?

Columbia to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbia station.

Bus or fly from Columbia to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Columbia to Kentucky is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $150 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $150 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Columbia to Kentucky bus arrive?

Columbia to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Columbia. It is currently 1:37 AM in Columbia and 2:37 AM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Columbia to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Kentucky is 385 miles. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Columbia to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 509+ hotels available in Kentucky.

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

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

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Fly to Covington
best
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Covington (CVG)plane COU - CVG
5h 22m
$157–618
Drive 382.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Louisvillecar 382.6 mi
6h 26m
$70–101
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Columbia to Jefferson City Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to St. Louistrain
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Louisville, KYbus
10h 46m
$218–330
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane COU - SDF
5h 53m
$151–619
Fly to Blue Grass Airport
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane COU - LEX
6h 56m
$197–868
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Louisville, KYbus
11h 15m
$83–149

Columbia to Kentucky by bus

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11h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 433.9 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Columbia, MO, USA and Kentucky, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Covington (CVG) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Columbia to Louisville, KY via St Louis Bus Station and Evansville, IN in around 11h 15m.

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