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How to Travel from

Chicago to Columbia

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$764.32
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$305.73

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$369.42
Plane from Midway International Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$585.98

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$292.99

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.94–$254.77

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$522.28

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
28h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$121.02–$407.64

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$56.05–$343.94

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
15h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.82

Southeastern Stages

Phone:
+1 404-591-2750
Website:
southeasternstages.com
Bus from Atlanta to Camden
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.06–$121.02
Bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$108.28

Wonder Bus Inc

Website:
gotobus.com/wonder-bus-inc/
Bus from Camden to Columbia,
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.20–$6.11

Wanda Coach

Phone:
+1 646-630-7186
Website:
wandacoach.com
Bus from Camden to Columbia,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.33–$114.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Columbia is to fly and bus which costs $119.57 - $271.74 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $152.17 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Atlanta, Camden and Dutch Square @ Broad River SuperStop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Columbia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Columbia Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28h 40m.

How far is it from Chicago to Columbia?

The distance between Chicago and Columbia is 1115 km. The road distance is 1287.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 24h and costs $108.70 - $489.13 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Chicago to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Columbia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Columbia train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Columbia?

The best way to get from Chicago to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $152.17 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $489.13 and takes 24h, you could also train, which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 28h 40m.

Where does the Chicago to Columbia bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Columbia?

Columbia is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 03:39 in Chicago and 04:39 in Columbia.

Where does the Chicago to Columbia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Columbia is 1288 km. It takes approximately 13h 29m to drive from Chicago to Columbia.

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

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 341+ hotels available in Columbia. Prices start at $49.37 per night.
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