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

The cheapest way to get from Jackson to Columbia is to drive which costs $130 - $190 and takes 12h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jackson to Columbia is to train and fly which takes 8h 20m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Jackson and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Jackson to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Jackson Transportation and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Detroit Bus Station, Charlotte Bus Station, Camden and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 56m.

How far is it from Jackson to Columbia?

The distance between Jackson and Columbia is 674 miles. The road distance is 715.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Jackson to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 23h 56m and costs $150 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Jackson to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jackson to Columbia bus from?

Jackson to Columbia bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Jackson Transportation station.

Where does the Jackson to Columbia bus arrive?

Jackson to Columbia bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Detroit Greyhound station.

Can I drive from Jackson to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Jackson to Columbia is 715 miles. It takes approximately 12h 45m to drive from Jackson to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 400+ hotels available in Columbia.

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

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Train, fly to Columbia
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1. Take the train from Jackson Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Columbia (CAE)plane DTW - CAE
8h 20m
$105–507
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jackson Transportation to Detroit Greyhoundbus
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Camdenbus
4. Take the bus from Camden to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
23h 56m
$154–290
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Jackson Station to Toledobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Toledo to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
28h 31m
$365–763
Drive 711 mi
1. Drive from Jackson to Columbiacar 711 mi
12h 45m
$130–188
Train, fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Jackson Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane DTW - CLT
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Camdenbus
4. Take the bus from Camden to Columbia, SCbus
10h 45m
$178–766

Jackson to Columbia by bus and train (Amtrak)

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28h 31mAverage Duration

$365Cheapest Price

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Distance: 670.2 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Jackson Transportation to Sumter Laurel South via Detroit Bus Station, Charlotte Bus Station, Camden, Columbia, SC, and Broad Marley South in around 23h 56m.

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