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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Columbia is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 14h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $240 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Binghamton, NY, E 8 St/5 Av, New York, NY and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Columbia Station via Cleveland Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 55m.

How far is it from Rochester to Columbia?

The distance between Rochester and Columbia is 678 miles. The road distance is 790.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 23h 44m and costs $180 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Rochester to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Columbia bus from?

Rochester to Columbia bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Rochester station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Columbia train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Columbia?

The best way to get from Rochester to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $240 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $390 and takes 23h 44m, you could also train, which costs $380 - $850 and takes 27h 55m.

Where does the Rochester to Columbia bus arrive?

Rochester to Columbia bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Binghamton station.

Where does the Rochester to Columbia train arrive?

Rochester to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Cleveland Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Columbia is 790 miles. It takes approximately 14h 48m to drive from Rochester to Columbia.

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

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 405+ hotels available in Columbia.

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochester to Columbia by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Columbia (CAE)plane ROC - CAE
5h 33m
$249–1,222
Drive 785.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Columbiacar 785.6 mi
14h 48m
$144–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Binghamtonbus 947 / ...
2. Take the bus from Binghamton, NY to New York, NYbus
3. Take the bus from New York, NY to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
23h 44m
$189–386
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Cleveland Amtraktrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
27h 55m
$381–812
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo, Ny to Pittsburgh, Pabus 530
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Columbia Stationtrain
29h 50m
$322–792

Rochester to Columbia by train (Amtrak)

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27h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 674.4 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Rochester (ROC) to Columbia (CAE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester to Sumter Laurel South via Binghamton, Binghamton, NY, New York, NY, E 8 St/5 Av, Centre St/Grand St, New York, NY, Columbia, SC, and Broad Marley South in around 23h 44m.

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