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Columbia to Thomson Bus Schedule

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Bus from Columbia to Thomson: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Columbia to Thomson. Traveling by bus from Columbia to Thomson usually takes around 3 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern Stages bus can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.

Distance92 mi (148 km)
Shortest duration1h 50m
Cheapest priceDKK 258.89
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceSoutheastern Stages
Bus lines2

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What bus 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.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Southeastern Stages23h 15mDKK 258.89
Tornado Bus13h 15mDKK 550.15
  • Book Southeastern Stages from Columbia to Thomson from DKK 259. There are 2 trips per day offered by Southeastern Stages 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 . In Thomson, Southeastern Stages arrives at Thomson .

    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. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Thomson.

  • Tornado Bus is a Texan bus company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their bus service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their buses offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, restrooms, and power outlets.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Columbia to Thomson

The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 92 miles from Columbia to Thomson. However, the fastest bus 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Thomson. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Columbia to Thomson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Columbia to Thomson. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.

City Information

Columbia

Columbia, SC

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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 bus leave from in Columbia?

Main departure station: Columbia

Columbia has two bus stations with service to Thomson.

All bus stations in Columbia:

  • Columbia

  • 7400 Wilson Blvd

Where does the bus arrive in Thomson?

Main arrival station: Thomson

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Thomson.

All bus stations in Thomson:

  • Thomson

  • 2129 Washington Rd

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