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There are usually 2 daily train trips from Charlotte to Columbia.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 111.19 | Avg. PriceRON 315.75 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration1h 16m | Duration14h 29m |
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Charlotte to Columbia. Traveling by coach from Charlotte to Columbia usually takes around one hour and 31 minutes, but the fastest TransportAzumah coach can make the trip in just one hour,
| Distance | 85 mi (137 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 0m |
| Cheapest price | RON 88.17 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
| Coach lines | 2 |
Average score for coaches from Charlotte to Columbia
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: My trip was fast the bus wasn't too cold and it was quiet and peaceful. Cons: Nothing it was perfect for me. Tips: Use this bus service.
5.0
Pros: Driver was so friendly and comfortable in guiding us . Cons: Do not think anything. Tips: Yah would suggest others .
Bus tickets for a trip from Charlotte to Columbia cost RON 88.17 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 21 days in advance to save up to RON 44.09.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Charlotte to Columbia that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Southeastern Stages usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Stages | 2 | 1h 32m | RON 132.26 |
| TransportAzumah | 2 | 1h 0m | RON 88.17 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Charlotte to Columbia from RON 132. There are 2 Southeastern Stages schedules from Charlotte to Columbia and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Columbia. In Charlotte, Southeastern Stages departs to Columbia from Charlotte and no other station. In Columbia, Southeastern Stages arrives at Columbia and no other station.
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Charlotte to Columbia takes 1 hours and 32 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Columbia in 1 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Columbia.
Book TransportAzumah from Charlotte to Columbia from RON 88. There are 2 TransportAzumah schedules from Charlotte to Columbia and you can expect on average to pay for a TransportAzumah ticket to Columbia. In Charlotte, TransportAzumah departs to Columbia from 7717 England St and no other station. In Columbia, TransportAzumah arrives at Columbia SC and no other station.
An average trip on TransportAzumah from Charlotte to Columbia takes 1 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, TransportAzumah offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Columbia.
The coach takes an average of one hour and 31 minutes to cover the 85 miles from Charlotte to Columbia. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Charlotte to Columbia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Charlotte to Columbia. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Charlotte to Columbia; ticket prices start at RON 220.44.
A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the museum also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city center, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.
Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.
Charlotte’s busiest bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travelers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city center.
As the capital city of South Carolina, Columbia offers plenty of historic attractions and exciting activities that will keep tourists of all ages satisfied. Sitting at the heart of the city is the South Carolina State Museum, which boasts the most impressive collection of permanent and changing exhibits in the state, as well as in the Southeast. One of the top highlights of the museum is its amazing planetarium that has a height of 55 feet. If you are traveling with kids, EdVenture should certainly be on your list. The museum’s prime attraction is a giant 10-year-old with his own fake digestive tracts and vertebrae, allowing kids to explore anatomy with ease. Nature lovers should not miss out on the chance to enjoy an outdoor day at Lake Murray, which features a vast range of activities such as boating, fishing, paddling, etc.
Columbia features an exciting food scene that is brimming with new talents. For an amazing lunch, The Gourmet Shop and their famous chicken salad will be a great choice. If you wish to enjoy a dinner with wine, Lula Drake is the place to be.
Columbia’s principal bus station is located 710-A Buckner Rd on the outskirts of the city. The main Amtrak train station is located on Pulaski St in the heart of downtown near the University of South Carolina campus. Columbia is served by Amtrak’s Silver Service line. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is the main airport and it is located five miles southwest of the city.
Charlotte has two coach stations with service to Columbia.
Charlotte
7717 England St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Columbia.
Columbia
Columbia SC
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