How to Travel from

Altoona to Columbia

by Rideshare, Route or Car

United States of America Altoona Columbia

Cheapest

By car (566 km)

6 h 4 min

566 km.

from $31

Other

Rideshare

6 h 4 min

566 km.

from $7.38

Bus, Plane (Fly Altoona–Blair County Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport)

5 h 44 min

760 km.

from $262.37

Bus

18 h 25 min

760 km.

from $206.48

Train

22 h 49 min

760 km.

from $250.17

Train, Plane

7 h

760 km.

from $379.97

Bus, Plane (Bus to Penn State University Park Airport)

8 h 20 min

760 km.

from $561.65

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:

aa.com/

Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

5h 20m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$242.03–$1,082.78

Plane from Altoona–Blair County Airport to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

4h 6m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$127.39–$280.25

Delta

Website:

delta.com/

Plane from Altoona–Blair County Airport to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

7h 24m

Frequency:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Estimated price:

$127.39–$305.73

United Airlines

Website:

united.com/

Plane from Johnstown-Cambria County Airport to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

5h 47m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$191.08–$636.93

Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

4h 2m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$305.73–$1,082.78

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Website:

contouraviation.com/

Plane from Altoona–Blair County Airport to Charlotte

Ave. Duration:

1h 45m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$114.65–$254.77

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:

+1 800-872-7245

Website:

amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Pittsburgh

Ave. Duration:

2h 49m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$16.56–$95.54

Train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

19h

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$82.80–$292.99

Train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Johnstown

Ave. Duration:

55 min

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$7.64–$76.43

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:

+1 214-849-8100

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

greyhound.com/

Bus from Altoona Bus Station to Harrisburg

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$10.19–$108.28

Bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Baltimore

Ave. Duration:

1h 45m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$6.11–$82.80

Bus from Altoona Bus Station to State

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$3.44–$70.06

Flixbus USA

Phone:

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Florence

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$42.04–$140.12

Southeastern Stages

Phone:

+1 404-591-2750

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

southeasternstages.com

Bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

1h 30m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$33.12–$45.86

Wonder Bus Inc

Website:

gotobus.com/wonder-bus-inc/

Bus from Florence, SC to Columbia,

Ave. Duration:

1h 3m

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$10.19–$15.29

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

The cheapest way to get from Altoona to Columbia is to drive which costs $97.83 - $152.17 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Altoona to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 40m and costs $152.17 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Altoona and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Altoona station to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Altoona Bus Station and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Harrisburg Bus Station, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, Florence, SC and Dutch Square @ Broad River SuperStop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Altoona and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Altoona station to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from Altoona Amtrak Station and arriving at Columbia Amtrak Station via Pittsburgh Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 49m.

How far is it from Altoona to Columbia?

The distance between Altoona and Columbia is 811 km. The road distance is 924 km.

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

The best way to get from Altoona to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 18h 25m and costs $59.78 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Altoona to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altoona to Columbia bus from?

Altoona to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Altoona Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Altoona to Columbia train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Altoona to Columbia?

The best way to get from Altoona to Columbia is to bus which takes 18h 25m and costs $59.78 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $336.96 and takes 22h 49m, you could also fly, which costs $152.17 - $304.35 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Altoona to Columbia bus arrive?

Altoona to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where does the Altoona to Columbia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Altoona to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Altoona to Columbia is 924 km. It takes approximately 10h to drive from Altoona to Columbia.

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

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 319+ hotels available in Columbia. Prices start at $50.95 per night.

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Fine

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9.1

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Great

9.1

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University of South Carolina

The University of South Carolina (USC, SC, or Carolina) is a public research university in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. Founded in 1801 as South Carolina College, It is the flagship of the University of South Carolina System and the largest university in the state by enrollment. Its main campus is on over 359 acres (145 ha) in downtown Columbia, close to the South Carolina State House. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities with Highest Research Activity". It houses the largest collection of Robert Burns and Scottish literature materials outside Scotland and the world's largest Ernest Hemingway collection.

Riverbanks Zoo

The Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is a 170-acre (69 ha) zoo, aquarium, and botanical garden located along the Saluda River in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. A small portion of the zoo extends into the nearby city of West Columbia. It is operated by the Rich-Lex Riverbanks Park Special Purpose District, a partnership of the city of Columbia and Richland and Lexington counties. It is overseen by the Riverbanks Park Commission, comprising two members each from the three governments and one at-large member.

South Carolina State House

The South Carolina State House is the building housing the government of the U. state of South Carolina, which includes the South Carolina General Assembly and the offices of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina. Located in the capital city of Columbia near the corner of Gervais and Assembly Streets, the building also housed the Supreme Court until 1971.

Columbia

Columbia is the capital city of the U.S. state of South Carolina. With a population of 136,632 at the 2020 census, it is the second-most populous city in South Carolina. The city serves as the county seat of Richland County, and a portion of the city extends into neighboring Lexington County. It is the center of the Columbia, SC Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had a population of 829,470 in 2020 and is the 7th-most populous urban center in the Deep South and the 72nd-most populous metropolitan statistical area in the nation. The name Columbia is a poetic term used for the United States, derived from the name of Christopher Columbus, who explored for the Spanish Crown. Columbia is often abbreviated as Cola, leading to its nickname as "Soda City".

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Seven ways to Travel from Altoona to Columbia

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Delta

United Airlines

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Train operators

Amtrak

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Flixbus USA

Southeastern Stages

Wonder Bus Inc

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Altoona and Columbia?

Is there a direct train between Altoona and Columbia?

How far is it from Altoona to Columbia?

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

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

Where do I catch the Altoona to Columbia bus from?

Where do I catch the Altoona to Columbia train from?

Train, bus or fly from Altoona to Columbia?

Where does the Altoona to Columbia bus arrive?

Where does the Altoona to Columbia train arrive?

Can I drive from Altoona to Columbia?

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

Where can I stay near Columbia?