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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Expreso + Tornado Bus | Bus | Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway | Columbia | Cheapest | ||||
Expreso + Tornado Bus | Bus | Jefferson Bd | Columbia | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway | Columbia | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway | Columbia | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Jefferson Bd | Columbia | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $394, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dallas and Columbia?
Stops in Dallas
- A
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA - B205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
- D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211 - E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US - F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX to Columbia, SC by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to Columbia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Columbia start from $394. The average price for this route is around $409. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dallas to Columbia?
The average bus travel time from Dallas to Columbia is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1475 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to Columbia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dallas to Columbia?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Columbia at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Columbia?
A bus trip from Dallas to Columbia generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dallas to Columbia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Columbia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dallas to Columbia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas to Columbia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $375To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dallas, TX to Columbia, SC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $375 to $389 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $389 which is on 2025-11-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dallas, TX to Columbia, SC?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
