What is the cheapest way to get from New Jersey to Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from New Jersey to Columbia is to bus which costs $100 - $160 and takes 16h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Jersey to Columbia?

The fastest way to get from New Jersey to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $170 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between New Jersey and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from New Jersey station to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via New York, NY and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 50m.

Is there a direct train between New Jersey and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from New Jersey station to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Columbia Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 21m.

How far is it from New Jersey to Columbia?

The distance between New Jersey and Columbia is 621 miles. The road distance is 698.9 miles.

How do I travel from New Jersey to Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from New Jersey to Columbia without a car is to train which takes 14h 21m and costs $220 - $480.

How long does it take to get from New Jersey to Columbia?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from New Jersey to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Jersey to Columbia bus from?

New Jersey to Columbia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the New Jersey to Columbia train from?

New Jersey to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train, bus or fly from New Jersey to Columbia?

The best way to get from New Jersey to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $170 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $220 - $480 and takes 14h 21m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $160 and takes 16h 50m.

Where does the New Jersey to Columbia bus arrive?

New Jersey to Columbia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York City Chinatown station.

Where does the New Jersey to Columbia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from New Jersey to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between New Jersey to Columbia is 699 miles. It takes approximately 12h 3m to drive from New Jersey to Columbia.

How do I get a train ticket from New Jersey to Columbia?

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 368+ hotels available in Columbia.

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There are 7 ways to get from New Jersey to Columbia by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport
best
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Columbia (CAE)plane EWR - CAE
5h 2m
$173–957
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to New York City Chinatownbus FlixBus 2608 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York, NY to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
16h 50m
$107–158
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
14h 21m
$228–480
Drive 694.9 mi
1. Drive from Newark to Columbiacar 694.9 mi
12h 3m
$127–184
Fly from Laguardia Airport
1. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Columbia (CAE)plane LGA - CAE
5h 57m
$233–1,229
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Trenton to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Columbia (CAE)plane PHL - CAE
5h 34m
$235–1,326
Bus via Charlotte
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station 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
18h 57m
$112–208

New Jersey to Columbia by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 617.3 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between New Jersey, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Columbia (CAE) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Columbia Station via Washington Union Station in around 14h 21m.

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