How far is Columbia from Atlanta?

The distance between the two cities is 193 miles (312 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Columbia to Atlanta?

Most of the buses traveling from Columbia to Atlanta leave from Columbia Bus Station and arrive at Doraville Tornado Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

Once in Atlanta, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Atlanta Hawks and Atlanta Dream and State Farm Arena, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Six Flags Over Georgia and Margaret Mitchell House.

Bus Columbia to Atlanta from $155 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbia to Atlanta on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:30pm	Columbia	5h 15m	5:45pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Columbia to Atlanta on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:30pm	Columbia	5h 15m	5:45pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Columbia to Atlanta on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:30pm	Columbia	5h 15m	5:45pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Columbia to Atlanta on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:30pm	Columbia	5h 15m	5:45pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:41 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Columbia to Atlanta

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

193 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$164 - $195	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$115 - $271	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

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Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $164 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Columbia and Atlanta?

Stops in Columbia

A - Columbia Bus Station

B - McDonald's - Columbia

C - Flying J Travel Center

Stops in Atlanta

A - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

B - Atlanta Airport

C - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbia, SC to Atlanta, GA by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$155

11/18

$155

Today

$155

11/20

$155

11/21

$175

11/22

$175

11/23

$175

11/24

$175

The cheapest trip from Columbia, SC to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $155

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 Atlanta, GA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $155 to $175 for a bus ticket from Columbia, SC to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2025-11-20.