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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Columbia is to bus which costs $65 - $120 and takes 11h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Columbia is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $85 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Pennsylvania Av NW+10 St NW and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Washington, DC - 2305 Pennsylvania Ave, S Saunders St at Chapanoke Rd - Raleigh and Broad Marley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Columbia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Columbia Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from Washington to Columbia?

The distance between Washington and Columbia is 419 miles. The road distance is 480.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Columbia without a car is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs $270 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Washington to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Columbia bus from?

Washington to Columbia bus services, operated by CoachRun, depart from Washington, DC - 2305 Pennsylvania Ave station.

Where do I catch the Washington to Columbia train from?

Washington to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Washington to Columbia?

The best way to get from Washington to Columbia is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $85 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $270 - $430 and takes 10h 37m, you could also bus, which costs $65 - $120 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Washington to Columbia bus arrive?

Washington to Columbia bus services, operated by CoachRun, arrive at Raleigh, NC - 3200 S Wilmington St station.

Where does the Washington to Columbia train arrive?

Washington to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Columbia Station.

Can I drive from Washington to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Columbia is 480 miles. It takes approximately 7h 59m to drive from Washington to Columbia.

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

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 426+ hotels available in Columbia.

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

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Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Columbia (CAE)plane DCA - CAE
3h 4m
$89–530
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the subway from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Columbia (CAE)plane IAD - CAE
4h 46m
$59–355
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Columbia Stationtrain Floridian
10h 37m
$270–430
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington, DC - 2305 Pennsylvania Ave to Raleigh, NC - 3200 S Wilmington Stbus New York
2. Take the bus from S Saunders St at Chapanoke Rd - Raleigh to Columbia, SCbus Nyc
11h 38m
$66–114
Drive 477.6 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Columbiacar 477.6 mi
7h 59m
$82–118

Washington to Columbia by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 416.8 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Columbia, SC, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Columbia (CAE) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Columbia Station once daily. Tickets cost $270–430 and the journey takes 10h 37m.

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How to get fromWashington to Columbiaby plane, train (Amtrak), bus, car, or subway

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

Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly

Train (Amtrak)

Bus

Drive 477.6 mi