What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Folly Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Folly Beach is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Folly Beach?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Folly Beach is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Folly Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Folly Beach station. However, there are services departing from Assembly & Gervais South and arriving at Charleston Bus Station via Sumter Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Folly Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Folly Beach station. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Charleston Amtrak Station via Savannah Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Columbia to Folly Beach?

The distance between Columbia and Folly Beach is 258 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Folly Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Folly Beach without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs $130 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Folly Beach?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Columbia to Folly Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Folly Beach bus from?

Columbia to Folly Beach bus services, operated by The COMET, depart from Assembly & Gervais South station.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Folly Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Columbia to Folly Beach?

The best way to get from Columbia to Folly Beach is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs $130 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $130 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Columbia to Folly Beach bus arrive?

Columbia to Folly Beach bus services, operated by The COMET, arrive at James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Center station.

Where does the Columbia to Folly Beach train arrive?

Columbia to Folly Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Savannah Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Folly Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Folly Beach is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Columbia to Folly Beach.

Where can I stay near Folly Beach?

There are 2055+ hotels available in Folly Beach.

Columbia to Folly Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Columbia to Folly Beach by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Savannah Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Savannah Station to Charleston Amtrak Stationtrain Palmetto / ...
5h 44m
$134–236
Drive 122.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Folly Beachcar 122.5 mi
2h 13m
$23–33
Bus
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 Charleston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0645S
6h 31m
$86–126

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Distance: 256.5 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Folly Beach, SC, USA?

You can take a train from Columbia Station to Folly Beach via Savannah Station and Charleston Amtrak Station in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Assembly & Gervais South to Folly Beach via James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Center, Sumter Bus Stop, and Charleston Bus Station in around 6h 31m.

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