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Columbia to Austin Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Columbia to Austin?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Columbia to Austin.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€251.30 | Avg. Price€283.79 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1d 4h 33m | Duration2d 15h 45m |
Bus from Columbia to Austin: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Columbia to Austin. Traveling by bus from Columbia to Austin usually takes around 28 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 24 hours,
| Distance | 1010 mi (1625 km) |
| Shortest duration | 24h 0m |
| Cheapest price | €251.30 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Columbia to Austin?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbia to Austin. Tornado Bus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 5 | 1d 4h 5m | €251.30 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Columbia to Austin
The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 1010 miles from Columbia to Austin. However, the fastest bus only takes 24 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Columbia to Austin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Columbia to Austin every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Columbia to Austin without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Columbia, SC to Austin, TX; ticket prices start at €519.93.
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.
Austin
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Austin is the capital of the Lone Star State and one of the best vacation destinations in Texas. Known as Texas’s “weird” city, Austin is famous for being the southern mecca for the arts. In addition to being a hot spot for both emerging and established artists from Texas and the surrounding states, Austin is well known for its eclectic live music scene. In addition, the University of Texas’ main campus is located in Austin, which makes the city a popular destination for young people from all over the world, keeping it vibrant at all times. It’s no surprise that it ranks among the top party cities in the U.S.
While you’re in town, make sure to stop by the hip South Congress neighborhood to shop at the trendy boutiques and grab some grub at the authentically Austin restaurants. Since Austin is one of the best craft beer cities in the country, you won’t regret checking out some of the local breweries too. After that, head over to Lady Bird Lake and rent a kayak for a relaxing paddling session on the water, or simply go for a walk on the picturesque Hike & Bike Trail. Finally, spend the night bar hopping along the pedestrian-only Sixth Street.
While the Austin airport is located on the outskirts of the city, the main train station is right in the heart of downtown. Similarly, the two bus stations that serve Austin are located close to the city center, making ground transportation the more convenient way to travel in and out of town.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Columbia?
Main departure station: 7400 Wilson Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Columbia.
All bus stations in Columbia:
7400 Wilson Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Austin?
Main arrival station: 711 E Ben White Blvd
All buses from Columbia arrive at one main station in Austin.
All bus stations in Austin:
711 E Ben White Blvd
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