Atlanta to Columbia by bus
Columbia lies 311 km (193 mi) east of Atlanta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 50 min including stops, over roughly 379 km (236 mi) of road.
| Atlanta | Columbia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 510,823 | 142,416 |
| Elevation | 336 m (1,102 ft) | 97 m (318 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 30301–39901 | 29201–29292 |
Where to book buses from Atlanta to Columbia
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Staying in Columbia
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Common questions
How far is Columbia from Atlanta?
311 km (193 mi) in a straight line, east of Atlanta; by road roughly 379 km (236 mi).
How long does it take to get from Atlanta to Columbia by bus?
About 5 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Atlanta and Columbia?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.