What is the distance between Columbia and New York City?

Columbia and New York City are 603 miles (972 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Columbia to New York City?

If you're headed to New York City from Columbia, chances are that your bus will depart from Columbia Bus Station and arrive at New York Port Authority. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Once in New York City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Empire State Building, The Shed, Broadway Shows, Central Park and Whitney Museum of American Art.

Bus Columbia to New York City from $120 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbia to New York City on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:30pm	1729 Broad River Road	13h 30m	7:00am	103 Canal St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:30pm	1729 Broad River Road	14h 30m	10:00am	103 Canal St	No tags

Next departures for Columbia to New York City on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:30pm	1729 Broad River Road	13h 30m	7:00am	103 Canal St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:30pm	1729 Broad River Road	14h 30m	10:00am	103 Canal St	No tags

Next departures for Columbia to New York City on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:30pm	1729 Broad River Road	13h 30m	7:00am	103 Canal St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:30pm	1729 Broad River Road	14h 30m	10:00am	103 Canal St	No tags

Next departures for Columbia to New York City on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:30pm	1729 Broad River Road	13h 30m	7:00am	103 Canal St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:30pm	1729 Broad River Road	14h 30m	10:00am	103 Canal St	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Columbia to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

14h 30mAverage Duration

603 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$131 - $131	Average Duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$105 - $1,217	Average Duration16h 36m	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Columbia and New York City?

Stops in Columbia

A
Columbia Bus Station
710-A Buckner Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
B
McDonald's - Columbia
7400 Wilson Blvd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA
C
Flying J Travel Center
5901 Fairfield Rd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

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Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbia, SC to New York City 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

11/24

$120

11/25

$120

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$120

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$120

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$120

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$120

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$120

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$120

The cheapest trip from Columbia, SC to New York City was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $120

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $120 to $120 for a bus ticket from Columbia, SC to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2025-11-27.