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

The cheapest way to get from Scranton to Columbia is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scranton to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $250 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Scranton and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Scranton to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Scranton and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via New York, NY and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 11m.

How far is it from Scranton to Columbia?

The distance between Scranton and Columbia is 611 miles. The road distance is 677.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scranton to Columbia without a car is to bus and train via Newark which takes 16h 40m and costs $240 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Scranton to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scranton to Columbia bus from?

Scranton to Columbia bus services, operated by Martz Bus, depart from Scranton station.

Bus or fly from Scranton to Columbia?

The best way to get from Scranton to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $250 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $230 and takes 19h 11m.

Where does the Scranton to Columbia bus arrive?

Scranton to Columbia bus services, operated by Martz Bus, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Scranton to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Scranton to Columbia is 677 miles. It takes approximately 11h 53m to drive from Scranton to Columbia.

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

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 398+ hotels available in Columbia.

Scranton to Columbia - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Scranton to Columbia by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Columbia (CAE)plane AVP - CAE
5h 19m
$254–1,251
Drive 673.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scranton to Columbiacar 673.5 mi
11h 53m
$123–178
Bus, train via Newark
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Newark Penn Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain
16h 40m
$243–499
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Wilkes-Barre
2. Take the bus from New York, NY to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
19h 11m
$145–228
Bus to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Newark Penn Stationbus
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Columbia (CAE)plane EWR - CAE
6h 59m
$208–956
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ithaca to Washington Union Stationbus FlixBus 2682
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
21h 37m
$259–466
Bus via Charlotte
1. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Philadelphiabus
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia 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
27h 22m
$190–275

Scranton to Columbia by bus and train

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16h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 607.2 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Scranton, PA, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Columbia (CAE) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scranton to Sumter Laurel South via Port Authority Bus Terminal, 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal, W 4 St-Wash Sq, Delancey St-Essex St, New York, NY, Columbia, SC, and Broad Marley South in around 19h 11m.

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