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Coach from Durham to Columbia: Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Durham to Columbia. Travelling by coach from Durham to Columbia usually takes around 5 hours and 10 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
- Distance
- 183 mi (295 km)
- Shortest duration
- 5h 10m
- Cheapest price
- £44.09
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Wanda Coach
- Coach lines
- 1
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Durham to Columbia Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Durham to Columbia:
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What coach companies travel from Durham to Columbia?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Durham to Columbia. Wanda Coach is the only company that has coach timetables available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanda Coach | 1 | 5h 10m | £44.09 |
Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown coach carriers in the U.S. The company offers 1 daily coach trip to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With coach ticket prices starting from £44.09 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred coach carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Durham and Columbia.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Durham to Columbia
There is usually only one coach per day from Durham to Columbia. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Durham to Columbia; ticket prices start at £30.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
1
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 183 miles from Durham to Columbia. 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.
Distance (mi)
183
Distance (km)
295
There is usually only one coach per day from Durham to Columbia. It leaves the station in Durham at 4:20 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest coach
4:20am
Latest coach
4:20am
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Columbia, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Tuesday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Durham



Durham is a little treasure cove for all fans of history and the United States’ heritage. The first and foremost thing you should try out is go on a hike on one of the city’s iconic trails. For a more traditional hiking experience, try the Eno River Trail. If you wish to enjoy a more unique experience, the American Tobacco Trail will be a better choice, as it follows the old CSX railway. For those who want to explore the city’s rich history, check out the Stagville Plantation, which is now a museum dedicated to the city’s antebellum history, offering a unique historical perspective.
Durham’s food scene is vibrant and exciting. Fans of seafood will definitely be amazed at how fresh and delicious the seafood at Mateo Bar de Tapas is. If you wish to try out Italian eats with a twist, check out Devil’s Pizzeria & Restaurant.
The main coach station is the Transportation Center located at 515 W Pettigrew St in Downtown Durham. From there, you can take a coach to New York, Richmond, Washington D.C., and dozens of other destinations across the country. The main Amtrak train station in Durham is located around the corner from the bus stop at 601 W Main St. Durham is served by Amtrak’s Carolinian and Piedmont lines. The city’s air services are handled by the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 12 miles southeast of the city.
Columbia



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 travelling 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 coach 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.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Durham?
Main departure station: 2724 Guess Rd
Most coaches depart from the main station in Durham.
All coach stations in Durham:
- 2724 Guess Rd
Where does the coach arrive in Columbia?
Main arrival station: 1729 Broad River Rd
All coaches from Durham arrive at one main station in Columbia.
Coach stations in Columbia:
- 1729 Broad River Rd
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