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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Atlanta is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Atlanta is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Atlanta?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Atlanta station. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Atlanta Bus Station via Columbia, SC and Camden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Atlanta?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Atlanta station. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Peachtree Station via Cary and Charlotte Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 48m.

How far is it from Columbia to Atlanta?

The distance between Columbia and Atlanta is 211 miles. The road distance is 212.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Atlanta without a car is to bus which takes 8h 13m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Columbia to Atlanta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Atlanta bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Columbia to Atlanta train from?

Columbia to Atlanta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbia Station.

Train, bus or fly from Columbia to Atlanta?

The best way to get from Columbia to Atlanta is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 8h 13m, you could also train, which costs $330 - $550 and takes 14h 48m.

Where does the Columbia to Atlanta bus arrive?

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

Where does the Columbia to Atlanta train arrive?

Columbia to Atlanta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Cary station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Atlanta?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Atlanta is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Columbia to Atlanta.

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

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Where can I stay near Atlanta?

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia to Atlanta by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane CAE - ATL
2h 50m
$54–364
Drive 211.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Atlantacar 211.7 mi
3h 30m
$39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus Augusta
2. Take the bus from Camden to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0641S / ...
8h 13m
$70–106
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Carytrain
2. Take the train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Peachtree Stationtrain
14h 48m
$338–526

Columbia to Atlanta by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 209.3 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Atlanta, GA, USA?

Delta flies from Columbia (CAE) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Atlanta Bus Station via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, and Camden in around 8h 13m.

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