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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Kentucky is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Kentucky is to fly which takes 6h 25m and costs $190 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Louisville, KY via Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station and Nashville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 8m.

How far is it from Columbia to Kentucky?

The distance between Columbia and Kentucky is 408 miles. The road distance is 474.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 18h 8m and costs $130 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Columbia to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Kentucky bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Columbia to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Columbia to Kentucky is to fly which takes 6h 25m and costs $190 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $250 and takes 18h 8m.

Where does the Columbia to Kentucky bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbia to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Kentucky is 475 miles. It takes approximately 9h 28m to drive from Columbia to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 606+ hotels available in Kentucky.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia to Kentucky by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Louisville International Airport
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane CAE - SDF
6h 25m
$192–1,104
Drive 471.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Louisvillecar 471.8 mi
9h 28m
$87–125
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 Nashville Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Nashville to Louisville, KYbus
18h 8m
$130–242
Fly to Blue Grass Airport
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane CAE - LEX
7h 9m
$254–1,604
Bus via Hurricane
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 Bus Station to Hurricanebus
4. Take the bus from Hurricane to Columbus - Mound Stbus
5. Take the bus from Columbus - Downtown - Mound St to Louisville, KY Bus Stationbus
22h 48m
$108–254

Columbia (CAE) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) flights

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4h 56mAverage Duration

$190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 406 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Louisville, KY via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station, and Nashville in around 18h 8m.

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