What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Surfside Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Surfside Beach station. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Myrtle Beach Bus Station via Columbia, SC and Camden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Columbia to Surfside Beach?

The distance between Columbia and Surfside Beach is 165 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Surfside Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach without a car is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Surfside Beach bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Columbia to Surfside Beach?

The best way to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs $70 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $650 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Columbia to Surfside Beach bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbia to Surfside Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Surfside Beach is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Columbia to Surfside Beach.

Where can I stay near Surfside Beach?

There are 3652+ hotels available in Surfside Beach.

Columbia to Surfside Beach - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia to Surfside Beach by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus Augusta
2. Take the bus from Camden to Myrtle Beach Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0641S
6h 36m
$74–112
Drive 142.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Surfside Beachcar 142.3 mi
3h 10m
$26–38
Fly
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Myrtle Beach (MYR)plane CAE - MYR
4h 47m
$116–632
Bus via Sumter
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 Myrtle Beach Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0645S
8h 42m
$64–112

Columbia (CAE) to Myrtle Beach (MYR) flights

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Surfside Beach, SC, USA?

You can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Surfside Beach via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, and Myrtle Beach Bus Station in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, American Airlines and Delta fly from Columbia (CAE) to Myrtle Beach (MYR) every 2 hours.

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