How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Columbia?

The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Columbia start from £85. The average price for this route is around £85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Columbia?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Columbia is 9h 29m, covering a distance of 407 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 29m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Columbia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Columbia?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Columbia at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 00:01.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Columbia?

A bus journey from Washington to Columbia produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Washington to Columbia from £78 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Columbia on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:01	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	9h 29m	09:30	1729 Broad River Road	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:31 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Columbia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 9 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just £85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 29mAverage duration

407 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£85 - £85	Average duration9h 29m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£56 - £386	Average duration10h 37m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Columbia?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

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

Compare bus companies

Wanda Coach

2.5/5650 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

Based on 650 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Wanda Coach ticket prices on this trip start at £85

Wanda Coach Washington Columbia recent customer reviews

Bus was over hour and half late for pickup; bus was crowded & noisy; music playing loudly the whole trip, one passenger vaping on bus- bus driver seemed totally disinterested

Kathy R.

30 July 2023

Terrible. He took me to New York instead of Columbia

Irfan D.

28 November 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Columbia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Columbia start from £85. The average price for this route is around £85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Columbia?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Columbia is 9h 29m, covering a distance of 407 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 29m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Columbia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Columbia?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Columbia at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 00:01.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Columbia?
A bus journey from Washington to Columbia produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

27/11

£78

28/11

£78

Today

£78

30/11

£78

01/12

£78

02/12

£78

03/12

£78

04/12

£78

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £78

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £78 to £78 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £78, which is on 2025-11-30.