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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Akron is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Akron is to drive and fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $85 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Akron?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Akron. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Akron via Columbia, SC, Camden, Charlotte Bus Station and Charleston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 18m.

How far is it from Columbia to Akron?

The distance between Columbia and Akron is 685 miles. The road distance is 571.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Akron without a car is to bus which takes 17h 18m and costs $110 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Columbia to Akron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Akron bus from?

Columbia to Akron bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from Columbia, SC station.

Bus or fly from Columbia to Akron?

The best way to get from Columbia to Akron is to bus which takes 17h 18m and costs $110 - $210. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $60 - $370 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Columbia to Akron bus arrive?

Columbia to Akron bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Camden station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Akron?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Akron is 572 miles. It takes approximately 9h 32m to drive from Columbia to Akron.

Where can I stay near Akron?

There are 158+ hotels available in Akron.

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

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

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Drive to Charleston International Airport, fly to Akron
best
1. Drive from Columbia to Charleston-Airport-CHScar
2. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Akron (CAK)plane CHS - CAK
5h 10m
$88–446
Fly Columbia to Akron
cheapest
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Akron (CAK)plane CAE - CAK
6h 56m
$62–362
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus
2. Take the bus from Camden to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Charleston Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Charleston to Akronbus
17h 18m
$118–208
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Cleveland Amtraktrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Southgate Transit Center to S. High St & E. Bowery Stbus 31 / ...
26h 1m
$521–797
Drive 568.5 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Akroncar 568.5 mi
9h 32m
$98–141
Fly Columbia to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane CAE - CLE
2. Take the bus from W. Prospect Ave & Superior Ave to RKP Transit Centerbus
7h 58m
$90–490

Columbia to Akron by train and bus

7Weekly Services

26h 1mAverage Duration

$521Cheapest Price

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Distance: 681.4 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Akron via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Charlotte Bus Station, Charleston Bus Station, and Charleston in around 17h 18m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to Akron (CAK) 4 times a day.

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