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Bus Harrisburg to Columbia: Trip Overview

Bus Harrisburg to Columbia: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$174
Average bus trip duration15h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:35 AM
Latest bus departure11:15 PM

Harrisburg to Columbia Buses

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Harrisburg - Columbia

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Columbia without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

On average, the trip from Harrisburg to Columbia takes around 15h 45m, although the fastest bus will take 15h 45m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 490 miles (790 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Harrisburg and Columbia is 490 miles (790 km).

The majority of buses traveling from Harrisburg to Columbia start their journey at Harrisburg Bieber Greyhound Station and wind up at Columbia Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. With prices starting at $174, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

You can expect to pay around $174 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $174 to $237, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Harrisburg to Columbia. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Harrisburg to Columbia.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Harrisburg by bus?

Bus from Columbia to Harrisburg

You can also go to Columbia by train

Train from Harrisburg to Columbia

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