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

The cheapest way to get from Providence to Columbia is to bus which costs $130 - $240 and takes 20h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Providence to Columbia is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $180 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Providence and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Providence to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Providence Downtown and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via New York, NY and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Providence and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Providence to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Columbia Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 58m.

How far is it from Providence to Columbia?

The distance between Providence and Columbia is 776 miles. The road distance is 884 miles.

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

The best way to get from Providence to Columbia without a car is to train which takes 17h 58m and costs $290 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Providence to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Providence to Columbia bus from?

Providence to Columbia bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Providence Downtown station.

Where do I catch the Providence to Columbia train from?

Providence to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Providence station.

Train, bus or fly from Providence to Columbia?

The best way to get from Providence to Columbia is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $180 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $290 - $650 and takes 17h 58m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $240 and takes 20h 27m.

Where does the Providence to Columbia bus arrive?

Providence to Columbia bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Providence to Columbia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Providence to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Providence to Columbia is 884 miles. It takes approximately 15h 37m to drive from Providence to Columbia.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Providence to Columbia?

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

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There are 6 ways to get from Providence to Columbia by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport
best
1. Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) to Columbia (CAE)plane PVD - CAE
6h 50m
$184–959
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Providence Downtown to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Providence
2. Take the bus from New York, NY to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
20h 27m
$135–239
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Providence to Washington Union Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
17h 58m
$294–611
Drive 878.9 mi
1. Drive from Providence to Columbiacar 878.9 mi
15h 37m
$161–232
Train, train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Providence to Stamford Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Stamford to 125th Street - Harlemtrain
3. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Columbia (CAE)plane LGA - CAE
8h 45m
$260–1,875
Bus via Charlotte
1. Take the bus from Providence to New Yorkbus
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Sumter Bus Stopbus
4. Take the bus from James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Center to Assembly Gervais Northbus 44
24h 32m

Providence to Columbia by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

17h 58mAverage Duration

$294Cheapest Price

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Distance: 771.2 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Providence, RI, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) to Columbia (CAE) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Providence to Columbia Station via Washington Union Station in around 17h 58m.

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