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

The cheapest way to get from Ruston to Columbia is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 12h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruston to Columbia is to bus and fly which takes 7h 8m and costs $190 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Ruston and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruston to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Ruston and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Atlanta Bus Station, Camden and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 6m.

How far is it from Ruston to Columbia?

The distance between Ruston and Columbia is 692 miles. The road distance is 744.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ruston to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 20h 6m and costs $150 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Ruston to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruston to Columbia bus from?

Ruston to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ruston station.

Where does the Ruston to Columbia bus arrive?

Ruston to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ruston and Columbia?

Columbia is 1h ahead of Ruston. It is currently 6:25 PM in Ruston and 7:25 PM in Columbia.

Can I drive from Ruston to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruston to Columbia is 744 miles. It takes approximately 12h 6m to drive from Ruston to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 403+ hotels available in Columbia.

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

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Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Columbia
best
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Monroebus
2. Fly from Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Columbia (CAE)plane MLU - CAE
7h 8m
$190–938
Drive 740.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ruston to Columbiacar 740.1 mi
12h 6m
$136–196
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Camdenbus
3. Take the bus from Camden to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
20h 6m
$150–273
Bus to Shreveport, fly to Columbia
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Shreveport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Shreveport (SHV) to Columbia (CAE)plane SHV - CAE
8h 33m
$193–972
Bus to Alexandria International Airport, fly to Columbia
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Boyce, LAbus
2. Fly from Alexandria International Airport (AEX) to Columbia (CAE)plane AEX - CAE
8h 41m
$210–1,007
Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field, bus
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Monroebus
2. Fly from Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field (AGS)plane MLU - AGS
3. Take the bus from Augusta to Columbia, SCbus
9h 15m
$154–478

Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Columbia (CAE) flights

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6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 687.8 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Ruston, LA, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

You can take a bus from Ruston to Sumter Laurel South via Atlanta Bus Station, Camden, Columbia, SC, and Broad Marley South in around 20h 6m.

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How to get fromRuston to Columbiaby bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Columbia

Drive 740.1 mi

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Bus to Shreveport, fly to Columbia

Bus to Alexandria International Airport, fly to Columbia

Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field, bus