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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Louisville is to fly and drive which takes 6h 4m and costs $260 - $1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Louisville?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Louisville. 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 17h 46m.

How far is it from Columbia to Louisville?

The distance between Columbia and Louisville is 407 miles. The road distance is 474.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Louisville without a car is to bus which takes 17h 46m and costs $130 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Columbia to Louisville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Louisville bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Columbia to Louisville?

The best way to get from Columbia to Louisville is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs $190 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $240 and takes 17h 46m.

Where does the Columbia to Louisville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbia to Louisville?

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

Where can I stay near Louisville?

There are 603+ hotels available in Louisville.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia to Louisville 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 17m
$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
17h 46m
$130–236
Fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane CAE - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Louisvillecar
6h 4m
$264–1,620
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
$106–254

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

113Weekly Planes

4h 56mAverage Duration

$190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 405 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Louisville, KY, 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 17h 46m.

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