Bus Tickets from New York to Columbia, SC

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TodayJul 9
from US$131
TomorrowJul 10
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from US$131
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 11 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: 103 Canal St
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: 1729 Broad River Road
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 11 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: 103 Canal St
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: 1729 Broad River Road
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York to Columbia

Bus
Average PriceUS$120 - US$131Average Duration13h 30m
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$105 - US$739Average Duration16h 10m
89kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York to Columbia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
13h 30mAverage Duration
US$120Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Columbia: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$131
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:00pm
Distance971 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

New York to Columbia Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from New York to Columbia, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - Columbia, SC

  1. What is the distance between New York and Columbia?

    The distance between New York and Columbia is around 972 km (603 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New York to Columbia?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at New York Port Authority, in New York, and end it at Columbia Bus Station, in Columbia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-07
US$120
07-08
US$120
Today
US$120
07-10
US$120
07-11
US$120
07-12
US$120
07-13
US$110
07-14
US$120
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Columbia was searched and found on Jul 13, 2025 with a price of US$110

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

You can expect to pay from US$110 to US$120 for a bus ticket from New York City to Columbia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$110 which is on 2025-07-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York to Columbia, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York to Columbia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New York to Columbia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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 there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Columbia?

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