What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) is to bus which costs $75 - $120 and takes 14h.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) is to fly and train which takes 4h 20m and costs $85 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI). However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at BWI SOUTHWEST AIRLINES eb LOWER LEVEL via Columbia, SC, O'Donnell St Cutoff & Travel Center and GREENE ST & LOMBARD ST ns sb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Baltimore Airport (BWI). However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at BWI Thurgood Marshall via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 42m.

How far is it from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

The distance between Columbia and Baltimore Airport (BWI) is 457 miles. The road distance is 510.3 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) without a car is to train which takes 11h 42m and costs $160 - $900.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) bus from?

Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from Columbia, SC station.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) train from?

Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbia Station.

Train or bus from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

The best way to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) is to train which takes 11h 42m and costs $160 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 14h.

Where does the Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) bus arrive?

Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Baltimore, MD station.

Where does the Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) train arrive?

Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) is 510 miles. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI).

Where can I stay near Baltimore Airport (BWI)?

There are 384+ hotels available in Baltimore Airport (BWI).

Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) - 6 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus, car, or subway

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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 BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
4h 20m
$88–1,058
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway
cheapest
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
5h 14m
$60–352
Train
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain Crescent / ...
11h 42m
$161–883
Bus, train
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 Washington Union Stationbus
4. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
12h 48m
$66–682
Drive 507.4 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI)car 507.4 mi
8h 45m
$93–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Baltimore, MDbus Augusta
14h
$76–116

Columbia to Baltimore Airport (BWI) by train and bus

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11h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 454.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Baltimore Airport (BWI), USA?

You can take a train from Columbia Station to Upper Level Terminal - Concourse A via Washington Union Station, BWI Thurgood Marshall, and BWI Amtrak Station in around 11h 42m. 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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