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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Columbia is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Columbia is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $20 - $30.

How far is it from Reading to Columbia?

The distance between Reading and Columbia is 171 miles. The road distance is 114.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Columbia without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 59m and costs $35 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Reading to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Columbia bus from?

Reading to Columbia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Columbia bus arrive?

Reading to Columbia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Columbia is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Reading to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 317+ hotels available in Columbia.

Reading to Columbia - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at LITTLE PATUXENT PKWY & VANTAGE POINT RD opp wb via Philadelphia Bus Station, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb and LOMBARD ST & EUTAW ST fs wb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Columbia by bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Reading to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2650 / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
4h 59m
$36–642
Drive 113.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Columbiacar 113.7 mi
2h 12m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2650 / ...
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0320 / ...
6h 22m
$27–64
Bus via Harrisburg
1. Take the bus from Reading to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2642 / ...
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
6h 54m
$29–46

Reading to Columbia by bus, subway, train, and tram

17Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.2 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Reading, PA, USA and Columbia, MD, USA?

You can take a bus from Reading to LITTLE PATUXENT PKWY & VANTAGE POINT RD opp wb via Philadelphia Bus Station, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb, PACA ST & BALTIMORE nb, and LOMBARD ST & EUTAW ST fs wb in around 6h 22m.

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