Bus Tickets from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC

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Compare 2 ways to go from Columbia to Washington

Bus
Average PriceUS$110 - US$110Average Duration9h 30m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$86 - US$272Average Duration10h 53m
59kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Columbia to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
9h 30mAverage Duration
US$110Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Columbia to Washington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$110
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure5:30pm
Distance656 km
Latest bus departure7:30pm

Columbia to Washington Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Washington from Columbia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Columbia - Washington

  1. How long is the trip from Columbia to Washington by bus?

    The bus ride from Columbia to Washington takes 9h 30m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Washington in 9h 30m

  2. What is the travel distance from Columbia to Washington?

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

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Columbia to Washington?

    Buses departing from Columbia Bus Station in Columbia will take you to Union Station in Washington.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Columbia to Washington?

    The bus from Columbia to Washington will cost you US$110, on average.

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

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US$100
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US$100
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US$100
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbia to Washington was searched and found on May 15, 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 Columbia to Washington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$100 to US$100 for a bus ticket from Columbia to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$100 which is on 2025-05-18.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Columbia to Washington.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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