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

The cheapest way to get from Folly Beach to Columbia is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folly Beach to Columbia is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Folly Beach and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Folly Beach station to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Charleston Bus Station and arriving at Assembly Senate North via James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Folly Beach and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Folly Beach station to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from Charleston Amtrak Station and arriving at Columbia Station via Savannah Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Folly Beach to Columbia?

The distance between Folly Beach and Columbia is 258 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folly Beach to Columbia without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs $130 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Folly Beach to Columbia, including transfers.

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

Folly Beach to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charleston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Folly Beach to Columbia train from?

Folly Beach to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charleston Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Folly Beach to Columbia?

The best way to get from Folly Beach to Columbia is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs $130 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $130 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Folly Beach to Columbia bus arrive?

Folly Beach to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sumter Bus Stop station.

Where does the Folly Beach to Columbia train arrive?

Folly Beach to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Savannah Station.

Can I drive from Folly Beach to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Folly Beach to Columbia is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Folly Beach to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 403+ hotels available in Columbia.

Folly Beach to Columbia - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Folly Beach to Columbia by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charleston Amtrak Station to Savannah Stationtrain Silver Meteor / ...
2. Take the train from Savannah Station to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
5h 44m
$130–236
Drive 122.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folly Beach to Columbiacar 122.5 mi
2h 12m
$23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charleston Bus Station to Sumter Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0645S
2. Take the bus from James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Center to Assembly Senate Northbus 44
7h 8m
$86–123

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Distance: 256.4 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from Folly Beach to Columbia Station via Charleston Amtrak Station and Savannah Station in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Folly Beach to Assembly Senate North via Charleston Bus Station, Sumter Bus Stop, and James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Center in around 7h 8m.

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