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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore is to bus via Raleigh which costs $75 - $160 and takes 13h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore is to fly and train which takes 4h 37m and costs $190 - $1,900.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Baltimore?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Baltimore. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Lombard St & Commerce St via Columbia, SC and O'Donnell St Cutoff & Travel Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Baltimore?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Baltimore station. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Baltimore Penn Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from Columbia to Baltimore?

The distance between Columbia and Baltimore is 466 miles. The road distance is 517 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Baltimore without a car is to train which takes 12h and costs $160 - $950.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Columbia to Baltimore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Baltimore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Columbia to Baltimore train from?

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

Train or bus from Columbia to Baltimore?

The best way to get from Columbia to Baltimore is to train which takes 12h and costs $160 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $120 and takes 12h 29m.

Where does the Columbia to Baltimore bus arrive?

Columbia to Baltimore bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Baltimore, MD station.

Where does the Columbia to Baltimore train arrive?

Columbia to Baltimore train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Baltimore?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Baltimore is 517 miles. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Columbia to Baltimore.

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

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Where can I stay near Baltimore?

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There are 7 ways to get from Columbia to Baltimore by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus, car, subway, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane CAE - DCA
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain
4h 37m
$198–1,808
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Baltimore, MDbus Augusta
12h 29m
$74–114
Train
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain Commuter Rail / ...
12h
$166–929
Drive 514 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Baltimorecar 514 mi
8h 54m
$94–136
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway, train
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane CAE - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
3. Take the train from New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain
5h 32m
$126–764
Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane CAE - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain
5h 32m
$236–1,804
Bus via Raleigh
1. Take the bus from Assembly & Gervais South to James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Centerbus 44
2. Take the bus from Sumter Bus Stop to Raleigh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus
13h 3m
$76–152

Columbia to Baltimore by train

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Distance: 463 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Baltimore, MD, USA?

You can take a train from Columbia Station to Baltimore Penn Station via Washington Union Station in around 12h. Alternatively, Wanda Coach operates a bus from Columbia, SC to Baltimore, MD once daily. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 10h 35m.

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