What is the cheapest way to get from State College to Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from State College to Columbia is to bus which costs $100 - $170 and takes 18h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from State College to Columbia?

The fastest way to get from State College to Columbia is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $150 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between State College and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from State College station to Columbia. However, there are services departing from State College Bus Station and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Harrisburg Bus Station, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb, Mondawmin Metro Station, Baltimore, MD and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 36m.

How far is it from State College to Columbia?

The distance between State College and Columbia is 528 miles. The road distance is 578.2 miles.

How do I travel from State College to Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from State College to Columbia without a car is to bus and train via Philadelphia which takes 18h 25m and costs $230 - $1,100.

How long does it take to get from State College to Columbia?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from State College to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the State College to Columbia bus from?

State College to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from State College Bus Station.

Bus or fly from State College to Columbia?

The best way to get from State College to Columbia is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $150 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 18h 36m.

Where does the State College to Columbia bus arrive?

State College to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Can I drive from State College to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Columbia is 578 miles. It takes approximately 11h 19m to drive from State College to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 405+ hotels available in Columbia.

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There are 5 ways to get from State College to Columbia by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Columbia (CAE)plane SCE - CAE
6h 20m
$154–856
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Baltimore, MD to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
18h 36m
$105–164
Bus, train via Philadelphia
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain
18h 25m
$233–1,085
Drive 574.8 mi
1. Drive from State College to Columbiacar 574.8 mi
11h 19m
$105–152
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from State College to Pittsburghbus Fab 202 / ...
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
22h 30m
$283–596

State College to Columbia by bus and train

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18h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 524.7 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Columbia (CAE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from State College Bus Station to Sumter Laurel South via Harrisburg Bus Station, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb, Mondawmin Metro Station, O'Donnell St Cutoff & Travel Center, Baltimore, MD, Columbia, SC, and Broad Marley South in around 18h 36m.

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