What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia is to bus which costs $100 - $150 and takes 16h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $230 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia. However, there are services departing from 2 Av/E 41 St and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via New York, NY and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Central Terminal station to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and arriving at Columbia Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 2m.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Columbia is 643 miles. The road distance is 710.2 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia without a car is to train which takes 15h 2m and costs $230 - $490.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Columbia bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Columbia bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from New York, NY station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Columbia train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train, bus or fly from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $230 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $230 - $490 and takes 15h 2m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $150 and takes 16h 41m.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Columbia bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Columbia bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Columbia, SC station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Columbia train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Columbia is 710 miles. It takes approximately 12h 16m to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 371+ hotels available in Columbia.

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There are 7 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Laguardia Airport
best
1. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Columbia (CAE)plane LGA - CAE
5h 21m
$230–1,218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New York, NY to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
16h 41m
$100–149
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
15h 2m
$232–487
Drive 706.1 mi
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Columbiacar 706.1 mi
12h 16m
$129–187
Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Columbia (CAE)plane EWR - CAE
5h 30m
$192–979
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Columbia (CAE)plane PHL - CAE
6h 51m
$246–1,901
Bus via Charlotte
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Sumter Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Center to Assembly Gervais Northbus 44
19h 58m
$120–225

Grand Central Terminal to Columbia by foot and bus

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Distance: 639.7 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Columbia (CAE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Grand Central Terminal to Columbia Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Washington Union Station in around 15h 2m.

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