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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Columbus to Florence. Traveling by coach from Columbus to Florence usually takes around 23 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 18 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 325 mi (522 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 40m |
| Cheapest price | £98.73 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Columbus to Florence?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbus to Florence. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 23h 45m | £116.27 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Columbus to Florence every day, with the average journey taking around 23 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Florence usually start from £99.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 23 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 325 miles from Columbus to Florence. However, the fastest coach only takes 18 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 18:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Columbus to Florence, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Florence
Florence is a hidden gem in the northeast of South Carolina. Though best known for its history as a significant railway hub, Florence is a modern city with activities and sights to fill a weekend getaway or a longer vacation.
Every November, Florence goes nuts during the SC Pecan Music and Food Festival, an event hosted downtown to celebrate the beloved pecan. If you're in town during the festival, check out the car show, live music, half marathon, and other associated events to get to know Florence locals and culture.
Florence is a year-round destination for outdoor recreation. Golf is a favourite among Florence residents, so upgrade from mini-golf and try the real thing. Traces Golf Club welcomes golfers of all skill levels, don't worry. Don't leave Florence without spending a day at Lynches River County Park, the starting point of the 66-mile South Carolina Revolutionary Rivers Trail. You can kayak or canoe throughout the county, following the swampy path that allowed American patriots to evade British troops in the American Revolution.
Florence Regional Airport operates limited flights to connect to Charlotte, but most paths to Florence involve some kind of ground travel. Amtrak's Palmetto and Silver Service trains stop in Florence, with connections to New York and Washington to the north and Orlando and Miami to the south. Greyhound and Southeastern Stages offer intercity coach service to Florence that connects the city to other destinations throughout the South.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Columbus?
Main departure station: 4108 St Marys Rd
Most coaches depart from the main station in Columbus.
All coach stations in Columbus:
4108 St Marys Rd
Where does the coach arrive in Florence?
Main arrival station: Southeastern Stages - 611 S Irby St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Florence.
Coach stations in Florence:
Southeastern Stages - 611 S Irby St
2301 W Lucas St (TA Gas Station)
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