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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Cincinnati is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $190 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Cincinnati via Columbia, SC, Camden, Charlotte and Columbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 58m.

How far is it from Columbia to Cincinnati?

The distance between Columbia and Cincinnati is 429 miles. The road distance is 492.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 19h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Columbia to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Cincinnati bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Columbia to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Columbia to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $190 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 19h 58m.

Where does the Columbia to Cincinnati bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbia to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Cincinnati is 492 miles. It takes approximately 9h 16m to drive from Columbia to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 619+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia to Cincinnati by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Covington (CVG)plane CAE - CVG
5h 36m
$194–1,204
Drive 489.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Cincinnaticar 489.5 mi
9h 16m
$90–129
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 to Columbusbus
4. Take the bus from Columbus to Cincinnatibus
19h 58m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Cincinnatibus FlixBus N2642
26h 38m
$310–606
Bus via Atlanta
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 Cincinnati Bus Stationbus
20h 3m
$140–296

Columbia to Cincinnati by train and bus

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26h 38mAverage Duration

$310Cheapest Price

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Distance: 426.5 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Cincinnati via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Charlotte, and Columbus in around 19h 58m.

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