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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Pontiac is to drive which costs $130 - $190 and takes 13h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Pontiac is to fly and train which takes 8h 36m and costs $210 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Downtown Pontiac via Columbia, SC, Camden, Charlotte Bus Station and Jefferson & Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 46m.

How far is it from Columbia to Pontiac?

The distance between Columbia and Pontiac is 641 miles. The road distance is 720.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Pontiac without a car is to bus which takes 22h 46m and costs $140 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Columbia to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Pontiac bus from?

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

Where does the Columbia to Pontiac bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbia to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Pontiac is 720 miles. It takes approximately 13h 2m to drive from Columbia to Pontiac.

Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 259+ hotels available in Pontiac.

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

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

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Fly from Columbia, train
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Detroit (DTW)plane CAE - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 36m
$214–1,126
Drive 716 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Pontiaccar 716 mi
13h 2m
$131–189
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 Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
22h 46m
$144–266
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Toledotrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Toledo to Detroitbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
28h 15m
$362–717
Train to Savannah, fly, train
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Savannah Stationtrain
2. Fly from Savannah (SAV) to Detroit (DTW)plane SAV - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 15m
$227–865

Columbia to Pontiac by train and bus (Amtrak)

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28h 15mAverage Duration

$362Cheapest Price

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Distance: 637.6 mi
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Pontiac, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Downtown Pontiac via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Charlotte Bus Station, Detroit Bus Station, and Jefferson & Griswold in around 22h 46m.

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