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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Columbia to Pensacola. Traveling by coach from Columbia to Pensacola usually takes around 15 hours and 10 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 438 mi (705 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 10m |
| Cheapest price | £212.40 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Columbia to Pensacola?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbia to Pensacola. Tornado Bus is the only company that has bus schedules 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 15h 11m | £212.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 15 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 438 miles from Columbia to Pensacola. 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.
There is usually only one coach per day from Columbia to Pensacola. It leaves the station in Columbia at 14:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
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 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.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Columbia?
Main departure station: 7400 Wilson Blvd
Most coaches depart from the main station in Columbia.
All coach stations in Columbia:
7400 Wilson Blvd
Where does the coach arrive in Pensacola?
Main arrival station: 7950 Pensacola Blvd
All coaches from Columbia arrive at one main station in Pensacola.
Coach stations in Pensacola:
7950 Pensacola Blvd
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