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Coach from Columbia, SC to New York, NY: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Columbia, SC to New York, NY. Travelling by coach from Columbia, SC to New York, NY usually takes around 14 hours, but the fastest Wanda Coach coach can make the trip in 13 hours and 30 minutes.
- Distance
- 603 mi (970 km)
- Shortest duration
- 13h 30m
- Cheapest price
- US$120.00
- Trips per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Wanda Coach
- Coach lines
- 1
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There are several coach options that can take you from Columbia, SC to New York, NY:
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What coach companies travel from Columbia, SC to New York, NY?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbia, SC to New York, NY. Wanda Coach is the one coach 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanda Coach | 2 | 14h | US$120.00 |
Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown coach carriers in the U.S. The company offers 2 daily coach trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With coach ticket prices starting from US$120 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 Columbia, SC and New York, NY.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Columbia, SC to New York, NY
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Columbia, SC to New York, NY. 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 Columbia, SC to New York, NY; ticket prices start at US$112.
Trips per day
2
Direct trips
2
The coach takes an average of 14 hours to cover the 603 miles from Columbia, SC to New York, NY. However, the fastest coach only takes 13 hours and 30 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.
Distance (mi)
603
Distance (km)
970
The first coach leaves at 17:30 and the last coach leaves at 19:30. To see the times for all coaches from Columbia, SC to New York, NY, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
5:30pm
Latest coach
7:30pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Columbia, SC to New York, NY for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 New York, NY, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Sunday
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 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.
New York



New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travellers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Liberty Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major coach and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Columbia, SC?
Main departure station: 1729 Broad River Rd
Most coaches depart from the main station in Columbia, SC.
All coach stations in Columbia, SC:
- 1729 Broad River Rd
Where does the coach arrive in New York, NY?
Main arrival station: 120 E Broadway
All coaches from Columbia, SC arrive at one main station in New York, NY.
Coach stations in New York, NY:
- 120 E Broadway
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