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Columbia to Thomson Coach Timetable
Coach from Columbia to Thomson: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Columbia to Thomson. Traveling by coach from Columbia to Thomson usually takes around 3 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern Stages coach can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 92 mi (148 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £30.41 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Columbia to Thomson?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Columbia to Thomson 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 | 3h 15m | £30.41 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 3h 15m | £64.63 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Columbia to Thomson from £30. There are 2 Southeastern Stages schedules from Columbia to Thomson and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Thomson. In Columbia, Southeastern Stages departs to Thomson from Columbia and no other station. In Thomson, Southeastern Stages arrives at Thomson and no other station.
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Columbia to Thomson takes 3 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Thomson in 1 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Thomson.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Columbia to Thomson
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 92 miles from Columbia to Thomson. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 50 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Because many passengers travel from Columbia to Thomson at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 10:00. To see the times for all coaches from Columbia to Thomson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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: Columbia
Columbia has two coach stations with service to Thomson.
All coach stations in Columbia:
Columbia
7400 Wilson Blvd
Where does the coach arrive in Thomson?
Main arrival station: Thomson
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Thomson.
Coach stations in Thomson:
Thomson
2129 Washington Rd
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