How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Columbia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Columbia start from CLP 100,247. The average price for this route is around CLP 129,145. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Columbia?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Columbia is 9h 29m, covering a distance of 656 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Columbia?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Columbia at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 12:01am.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Columbia generates an estimated 16.3937 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Washington to Columbia from CLP 91,742 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Columbia on April 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	9h 29m	9:30am	1729 Broad River Road	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:45 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 CLP 100,247, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 29mAverage Duration

656 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 100,247 - CLP 129,145	Average Duration9h 29m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 65,678 - CLP 266,033	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

2.6/5669 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wi‑Fi1.7

Based on 669 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 CLP 100,247

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.

July 30, 2023

Terrible. He took me to New York instead of Columbia

Irfan D.

November 28, 2024

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Columbia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Columbia start from CLP 100,247. The average price for this route is around CLP 129,145. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Columbia?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Columbia is 9h 29m, covering a distance of 656 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Columbia?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Columbia at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 12:01am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Columbia?
A bus trip from Washington to Columbia generates an estimated 16.3937 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option 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

04-23

CLP 119,265

04-24

CLP 119,265

Today

CLP 119,265

04-26

CLP 119,265

04-27

CLP 119,265

04-28

CLP 91,742

04-29

No data

04-30

CLP 119,265

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Apr 28, 2026 with a price of CLP 91,742

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 CLP 91,742 to CLP 119,265 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 CLP 91,742 which is on 2026-04-28.