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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to California is to bus which costs $410 - $850 and takes 2 days 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to California is to fly which takes 8h 35m and costs $500 - $2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to California station. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station and Dallas Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and California?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to California. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Los Angeles via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 1h.

How far is it from Columbia to California?

The distance between Columbia and California is 2099 miles. The road distance is 2388.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to California without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 10h and costs $410 - $850.

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Columbia to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to California bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Columbia to California train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Columbia to California?

The best way to get from Columbia to California is to fly which takes 8h 41m and costs $440 - $1,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $410 - $850 and takes 2 days 10h, you could also train, which costs $1,100 - $2,400 and takes 3 days 1h.

Where does the Columbia to California bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Columbia and California?

California is 3h behind Columbia. It is currently 6:01 PM in Columbia and 3:01 PM in California.

Where does the Columbia to California train arrive?

Columbia to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to California is 2389 miles. It takes approximately 37h 28m to drive from Columbia to California.

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

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Where can I stay near California?

There are 3405+ hotels available in California.

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

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Fly to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane CAE - SAN
8h 41m
$444–1,806
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane CAE - LAX
9h 17m
$308–1,214
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus
2. Take the bus from Camden to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2d 10h
$414–806
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Los Angelestrain
3d 1h
$1,116–2,333
Drive 2,374.9 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Los Angelescar 2,374.9 mi
37h 28m
$434–626
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane CAE - SNA
8h 35m
$542–2,066

Columbia to California by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 2,087.2 mi
Duration: 8h 41m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and California, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Los Angeles Union Station via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station, and Dallas Bus Station in around 2d 10h.

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