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How to Travel from

State College to Columbia

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$420.98–$1,403.25
Plane from Harrisburg International Airport-Olmsted Field to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.92–$1,403.25
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$956.76

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.14–$892.98

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.13–$204.11
Train from Chicago Union Station to Jefferson
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.75–$178.60
Train from Chicago Union Station to St.
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.99–$140.33

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to St
Ave. Duration:
12h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$47.20–$306.16
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.84–$108.43
Bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.02–$89.30
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.84–$108.43
Bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
18h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.68–$357.19

Fullington Trailways

Phone:
+1 814-574-1827
Website:
fullingtontours.com
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.27–$82.92

Megabus

Phone:
+1-877-462-6342
Website:
us.megabus.com
Bus from State College, PA to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.21–$44.65

Questions and Answers

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 via St. Louis which costs $59.78 - $402.17 and takes 21h 48m.

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 13m and costs $413.04 - $1304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between State College and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from State College to Columbia. However, there are services departing from E. College Ave at S. Allen Street and arriving at Columbia via State College, PA, Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 48m.

How far is it from State College to Columbia?

The distance between State College and Columbia is 1278 km. The road distance is 1398.9 km.

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 via St. Louis which takes 21h 48m and costs $59.78 - $402.17 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m 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 Megabus, depart from State College, PA 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 13m and costs $413.04 - $1304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus via St. Louis, which costs $59.78 - $402.17 and takes 21h 48m.

Where does the State College to Columbia bus arrive?

State College to Columbia bus services, operated by Megabus, arrive at Pittsburgh Greyhound station.

What is the time difference between State College and Columbia?

Columbia is 1h behind State College. It is currently 23:05 in State College and 22:05 in Columbia.

Can I drive from State College to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Columbia is 1399 km. It takes approximately 14h 38m to drive from State College to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 48+ hotels available in Columbia. Prices start at $39.25 per night.
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