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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Scranton is to bus via Charlotte which costs $120 - $210 and takes 25h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Scranton is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $110 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Scranton?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Scranton. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Scranton via Columbia, SC and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 58m.

How far is it from Columbia to Scranton?

The distance between Columbia and Scranton is 610 miles. The road distance is 677.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Scranton without a car is to train and bus which takes 16h 40m and costs $390 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Columbia to Scranton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Scranton bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Columbia to Scranton?

The best way to get from Columbia to Scranton is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $110 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $240 and takes 19h 58m.

Where does the Columbia to Scranton bus arrive?

Columbia to Scranton bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at New York, NY station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Scranton is 677 miles. It takes approximately 11h 54m to drive from Columbia to Scranton.

Where can I stay near Scranton?

There are 64+ hotels available in Scranton.

Columbia to Scranton - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Columbia to Scranton by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
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1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)plane CAE - AVP
5h 25m
$112–472
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane CAE - EWR
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Scrantonbus
7h 31m
$74–352
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Scrantonbus
16h 40m
$399–623
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to New York, NYbus Augusta
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scrantonbus New York
19h 58m
$128–240
Drive 673.5 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Scrantoncar 673.5 mi
11h 54m
$123–178
Fly to Laguardia Airport, bus
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane CAE - LGA
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scrantonbus
7h 44m
$128–650
Bus via Charlotte
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 Charlotte Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Scranton Bus Stationbus
25h 41m
$126–208

Columbia to Scranton by train and bus

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16h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 606.7 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Scranton, PA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Scranton via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, New York, NY, East Broadway, 42 St-Bryant Park, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 19h 58m.

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