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Today6 Sept
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from US$67
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 10 September at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: BP Gas Station
    Arrival time: 10 September at
    Destination city: Columbia
    Destination location: 1729 Broad River Road
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Columbia

Bus
Average priceUS$67 - US$67Average duration5h 10m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$31 - US$64Average duration7h 24m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Durham to Columbia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 7 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
7h 24mAverage duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$67
Average bus trip duration5h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure04:20
Distance185 miles

Durham to Columbia Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Columbia from Durham, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Durham, NC, US - Columbia, SC

  1. How far is Columbia from Durham by coach?

    The journey from Durham to Columbia by coach covers an approximate distance of 184 miles (296 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Durham to Columbia without a car?

    You can reach Columbia from Durham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. 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.

Best price found
04/09
US$60
05/09
US$60
Today
US$60
07/09
US$60
08/09
US$60
09/09
US$60
10/09
US$60
11/09
US$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 4 Sept 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 Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$60 to US$60 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$60, which is on 2025-09-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Durham and Columbia!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Durham to Columbia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Durham to Columbia.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Durham to Columbia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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

Will you be returning to Durham, NC, US by bus?

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