Find coaches from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures from Columbia to Washington on 8 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Wanda Coach
1729 Broad River Road
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NECheapestFastest
Wanda Coach
1729 Broad River Road
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NENo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Columbia to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$110 - US$110Average duration9h 30m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$72 - US$129Average duration10h 50m
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, SC to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$110
Average bus trip duration9h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure17:30
Distance407 miles
Latest bus departure19:30

Columbia to Washington Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Columbia to Washington.

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, SC - Washington, DC, US

  1. How far is Washington from Columbia by coach?

    The journey from Columbia to Washington by coach covers an approximate distance of 405 miles (652 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Washington from Columbia without flying?

    To travel from Columbia to Washington without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

Best price found
05/10
US$100
06/10
US$100
Today
US$100
08/10
US$100
09/10
US$100
10/10
US$100
11/10
US$100
12/10
US$100
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 5 Oct 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, SC to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$100 to US$100 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 US$100, which is on 2025-10-08.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Washington.

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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Columbia, SC to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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