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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Columbia is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Columbia is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $28 - $45.

How far is it from Princeton to Columbia?

The distance between Princeton and Columbia is 160 miles. The road distance is 155.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Columbia without a car is to line 606 bus and train which takes 5h 4m and costs $45 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Princeton to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Columbia bus from?

Princeton to Columbia bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square station.

Where does the Princeton to Columbia bus arrive?

Princeton to Columbia bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Princeton to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Columbia is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Princeton to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 365+ hotels available in Columbia.

Princeton to Columbia - 4 ways to travel via train, line 606 bus, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Princeton and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Princeton to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square and arriving at LITTLE PATUXENT PKWY & VANTAGE POINT RD opp wb via Port Authority Bus Terminal, White Marsh Park And Ride Bay 1 and WOLFE ST between MADISON ST & MONUMENT ST. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

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There are 4 ways to get from Princeton to Columbia by bus, train, or car

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Line 606 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Nassau St At Palmer Square to S Clinton Ave At Barlow Stbus 606
2. Take the train from Trenton to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
5h 4m
$46–117
Drive 154.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Princeton to Columbiacar 154.7 mi
3h 12m
$29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to White Marsh Park & Ridebus New York
8h
$72–179
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Jefferson Stationtrain Tre
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0320 / ...
8h
$29–48

Princeton to Columbia by bus, train, and tram

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5h 4mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.9 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Princeton, NJ, USA and Columbia, MD, USA?

You can take a bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to LITTLE PATUXENT PKWY & VANTAGE POINT RD opp wb via Port Authority Bus Terminal, White Marsh Park And Ride Bay 1, MADISON ST & WOLFE ST wb, and WOLFE ST between MADISON ST & MONUMENT ST in around 8h.

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