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How to Travel from

State College to Columbia

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$765.41

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Harrisburg to 30th
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$15.31–$95.68
Train from 30th Street Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.31–$95.68

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.24–$242.38

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.72–$459.25

Maryland Transit

Phone:
1-866-743-3682
Website:
mta.maryland.gov
Bus from 12TH ST & G ST NW nb to LITTLE
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.31

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Washington Dulles International Airport Metrorail Station, Silver Line Center Platform to Metro
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.59–$7.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.02–$89.30
Bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Baltimore
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.12–$82.92

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 drive which costs $30.43 - $45.65 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from State College to Columbia is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

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 LITTLE PATUXENT PKWY & VANTAGE POINT RD opp wb via Harrisburg Bus Station, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb and LOMBARD ST & GREENE ST wb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from State College to Columbia?

The distance between State College and Columbia is 299 km. The road distance is 279.8 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 and night bus which takes 6h 27m and costs $14.13 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m 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 USA, depart from State College Bus Station.

Where does the State College to Columbia bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from State College to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Columbia is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from State College to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 335+ hotels available in Columbia. Prices start at $49.68 per night.
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