How to Travel from

Charlottesville to Columbia

by Rideshare, Route or Car

United States of America Charlottesville Columbia

Cheapest

By car (584 km)

6 h 24 min

584 km.

from $32

Other

Rideshare

6 h 24 min

584 km.

from $7.62

Train

11 h 9 min

501 km.

from $187.60

Bus via Florence

12 h 30 min

502 km.

from $5.43

Bus, Plane

5 h 17 min

502 km.

from $535.62

Plane

5 h 56 min

502 km.

from $191.68

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:

aa.com/

Plane from Charlottesville to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

4h 46m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$216.56–$955.39

Plane from Charlottesville to Charlotte

Ave. Duration:

1h 36m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$191.08–$828.01

Delta

Website:

delta.com/

Plane from Charlottesville to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

4h 13m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$191.08–$547.76

United Airlines

Website:

united.com/

Plane from Charlottesville to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

3h 36m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$280.25–$955.39

Plane from Charlottesville to Charlotte

Ave. Duration:

3h 32m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$242.03–$891.70

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Website:

contouraviation.com/

Plane from Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport to Charlotte

Ave. Duration:

1h 30m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$141.40–$149.04

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:

+1 800-872-7245

Website:

amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Charlottesville to Greensboro

Ave. Duration:

3h 33m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$24.20–$114.65

Train from Greensboro to Cary

Ave. Duration:

1h 27m

Frequency:

5 times a day

Estimated price:

$12.10–$82.80

Train from Cary to Columbia

Ave. Duration:

4h 9m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$26.75–$121.02

Bus from Charlottesville Amtrak Station to Richmond

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

3 times a week

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Richmond to Florence

Ave. Duration:

5h 45m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$29.30–$101.91

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

Bus from Richmond - Brook + Walmart Nhood Mkt to Columbia,

Ave. Duration:

7h 53m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$54.78–$82.80

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

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Columbia is to drive which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs $195.65 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Sumter Laurel South via Charlottesville Amtrak Station, Richmond, Florence, SC and Dutch Square @ Broad River SuperStop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and Columbia?

No, there is no direct train from Charlottesville to Columbia station. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Columbia Amtrak Station via Greensboro and Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Columbia?

The distance between Charlottesville and Columbia is 555 km. The road distance is 584.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Columbia without a car is to train which takes 11h 9m and costs $53.26 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Charlottesville to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Columbia bus from?

Charlottesville to Columbia bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlottesville Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Columbia train from?

Charlottesville to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlottesville station.

Train, bus or fly from Charlottesville to Columbia?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs $195.65 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $53.26 - $271.74 and takes 11h 9m, you could also bus via Florence, which costs and takes 12h 30m.

Where does the Charlottesville to Columbia bus arrive?

Charlottesville to Columbia bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Columbia train arrive?

Charlottesville to Columbia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Greensboro station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Columbia is 584 km. It takes approximately 6h 24m to drive from Charlottesville to Columbia.

How do I get a train ticket from Charlottesville 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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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 Charlottesville to Columbia

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Delta

United Airlines

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Train operators

Amtrak

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Southeastern Stages

Wonder Bus Inc

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and Columbia?

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and Columbia?

How far is it from Charlottesville to Columbia?

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

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

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Columbia bus from?

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Columbia train from?

Train, bus or fly from Charlottesville to Columbia?

Where does the Charlottesville to Columbia bus arrive?

Where does the Charlottesville to Columbia train arrive?

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Columbia?

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

Where can I stay near Columbia?