Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC

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Next departures from Washington to Columbia on 22 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Wanda Coach
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
1729 Broad River RoadCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Columbia

Bus
Average priceUS$110 - US$110Average duration9h 29m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$72 - US$129Average duration10h 37m
59kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Columbia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 10 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just US$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
10h 37mAverage duration
US$72Cheapest ticket
59kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$110
Average bus trip duration9h 29m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure00:01
Distance407 miles

Washington to Columbia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Columbia, SC

  1. What's the distance between Washington and Columbia by coach?

    The distance between Washington and Columbia by coach is approximately 405 miles (652 km).

  2. How can I travel from Washington to Columbia avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
19/09
US$100
20/09
US$100
Today
US$100
22/09
US$100
23/09
US$100
24/09
US$100
25/09
US$100
26/09
US$100
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 19 Sept 2025 with a price of US$100

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$100 to US$100 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$100, which is on 2025-09-22.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Washington to Columbia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Washington to Columbia.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Columbia will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Washington to Columbia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to Washington, DC, US by bus?

Bus from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC, US

You can also go to Columbia, SC by train

Train from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC

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