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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Aiken to Columbia. Traveling by bus from Aiken to Columbia usually takes around one hour and 4 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern Stages bus can make the trip in 55 minutes.
Distance | 50 mi (80 km) |
Shortest duration | 0h 55m |
Cheapest price | NOK 255.94 |
Trips per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from Aiken to Columbia?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Aiken to Columbia. Southeastern Stages connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Southeastern Stages | 3 | 1h 4m | NOK 255.94 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Aiken to Columbia from NOK 256. There are 3 trips per day offered by Southeastern Stages from Aiken to Columbia and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Columbia. In Aiken, Southeastern Stages departs to Columbia from 2170 University Pkwy . In Columbia, Southeastern Stages arrives at Columbia .
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Aiken to Columbia takes 1 hours and 4 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Columbia in 0 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Columbia.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 4 minutes to cover the 50 miles from Aiken to Columbia. However, the fastest bus only takes 55 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 buses 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, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Aiken to Columbia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Columbia
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Link to image attributionAs 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 bus leave from in Aiken?
Main departure station: 2170 University Pkwy
Most buses depart from the main station in Aiken.
All bus stations in Aiken:
2170 University Pkwy
Where does the bus arrive in Columbia?
Main arrival station: Columbia
All buses from Aiken arrive at one main station in Columbia.
All bus stations in Columbia:
Columbia
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