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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Columbia is to bus which costs $100 - $150 and takes 17h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h and costs $210 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Columbia. However, there are services departing from 5 Av/E 79 St and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via New York, NY and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Manhattan 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 14h 37m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Columbia?

The distance between Manhattan and Columbia is 637 miles. The road distance is 711.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Columbia without a car is to train which takes 14h 37m and costs $230 - $480.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Manhattan to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Columbia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Columbia train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manhattan to Columbia?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h and costs $210 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $230 - $480 and takes 14h 37m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $150 and takes 17h 6m.

Where does the Manhattan to Columbia bus arrive?

Manhattan to Columbia bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Columbia, SC station.

Where does the Manhattan to Columbia train arrive?

Manhattan to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Columbia is 712 miles. It takes approximately 12h 20m to drive from Manhattan to Columbia.

How do I get a train ticket from Manhattan to Columbia?

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 392+ hotels available in Columbia.

Manhattan to Columbia - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Manhattan to Columbia by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, car, 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
$215–1,209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New York, NY to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
17h 6m
$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
14h 37m
$233–476
Drive 707.6 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Columbiacar 707.6 mi
12h 20m
$130–187
Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Columbia (CAE)plane EWR - CAE
5h 6m
$192–929
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 42m
$126–240

Manhattan to Columbia by train (Amtrak)

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14h 37mAverage Duration

$233Cheapest Price

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Distance: 633.2 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Manhattan, 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 train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Columbia Station via Washington Union Station in around 14h 37m.

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