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Today12 Jul
Tomorrow13 Jul
from US$67
Mon14 Jul
Tue15 Jul
from US$67
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Fri18 Jul
from US$67
Sat19 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Columbia
    Departure location: 1729 Broad River Road
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: BP Gas Station
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Columbia
    Departure location: 1729 Broad River Road
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: BP Gas Station
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Columbia to Durham

Bus
Average priceUS$67 - US$67Average duration5h
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$31 - US$102Average duration6h 17m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Columbia to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 6 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
6h 17mAverage duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Columbia to Durham: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$67
Average bus trip duration5h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure17:30
Distance185 miles
Latest bus departure19:30

Columbia to Durham Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Durham 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, SC - Durham, NC, US

  1. How far is Durham from Columbia by coach?

    The distance between Columbia and Durham by coach is approximately 184 miles (296 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Durham from Columbia without a car?

    You can travel to Durham from Columbia by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11/07
US$60
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US$60
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US$60
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US$60
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbia to Durham was searched and found on 11 Jul 2025 with a price of US$60

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

You can expect to pay from US$60 to US$60 for a bus ticket from Columbia to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$60, which is on 2025-07-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Columbia to Durham.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 Columbia to Durham.

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 Durham.

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

Did you know?

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.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus from Columbia to Durham

You can also go to Durham, NC, US by train

Train from Columbia, SC to Durham, NC, US

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