Columbia to Charleston by bus
Charleston lies 170 km (106 mi) south-east of Columbia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 208 km (129 mi) of road.
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| Columbia | Charleston | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 142,416 | 132,609 |
| Elevation | 97 m (318 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 29201–29292 | 29401–29492 |
Where to book buses from Columbia to Charleston
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Staying in Charleston
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Common questions
How far is Charleston from Columbia?
170 km (106 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Columbia; by road roughly 208 km (129 mi).
How long does it take to get from Columbia to Charleston by bus?
About 3 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Columbia and Charleston?
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.