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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Lawrence is to drive which costs $180 - $280 and takes 17h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Lawrence is to fly and train which takes 9h 59m and costs $330 - $1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Lawrence Bus Stop via Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Lawrence station. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Lawrence Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 23m.

How far is it from Columbia to Lawrence?

The distance between Columbia and Lawrence is 918 miles. The road distance is 1035 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Lawrence without a car is to bus which takes 26h 33m and costs $190 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 9h 59m to get from Columbia to Lawrence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Lawrence bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Columbia to Lawrence train from?

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

Train or bus from Columbia to Lawrence?

The best way to get from Columbia to Lawrence is to bus which takes 26h 33m and costs $190 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $1,200 and takes 39h 23m.

Where does the Columbia to Lawrence bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Columbia and Lawrence?

Lawrence is 1h behind Columbia. It is currently 12:29 PM in Columbia and 11:29 AM in Lawrence.

Where does the Columbia to Lawrence train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbia to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Lawrence is 1035 miles. It takes approximately 17h 19m to drive from Columbia to Lawrence.

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

Book your Columbia to Lawrence train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 45+ hotels available in Lawrence.

Columbia to Lawrence - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromColumbia to Lawrence

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Columbia, train
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CAE - MCI
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 59m
$334–1,628
Drive 1,029 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Lawrencecar 1,029 mi
17h 19m
$188–272
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 St Louis Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus
26h 33m
$194–376
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
39h 23m
$566–1,153
Bus to Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Augustabus
2. Fly from Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field (AGS) to Kansas City (MCI)plane AGS - MCI
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 57m
$204–762

Columbia to Lawrence by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

39h 23mAverage Duration

$566Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Columbia to Lawrence.

Launch map view

Distance: 912.5 mi
Duration: 9h 59m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Lawrence Bus Stop via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 26h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Columbia Station to Lawrence Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 39h 23m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.