Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 1729 Broad River Road | Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | 1729 Broad River Road | Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go 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 $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbia and Washington?
Stops in Columbia
- A
Columbia Bus Station
710-A Buckner Rd, Columbia, SC 29203 - B
McDonald's - Columbia
7400 Wilson Blvd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA - C
Flying J Travel Center
5901 Fairfield Rd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Based on 647 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Wanda Coach ticket prices on this trip start at $159
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC, US by bus
What is the travel distance from Columbia to Washington?
The distance between Columbia and Washington is approximately 652 km (405 miles).
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $145To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $145 to $145 for a bus ticket from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $145 which is on 2025-11-22.
