Albany, Georgia to Columbia, South Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246.7 miles 397 km · straight line
308.4 miles estimated 496.3 km · driving distance
6h 12min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Albany, Georgia from Columbia, South Carolina?

The distance from Albany, Georgia to Columbia, South Carolina is 246.7 miles (397 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, South Carolina is located NE of Albany, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 308.4 miles, taking about 6h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Albany, Georgia in Georgia and Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, Georgia and Columbia, South Carolina. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albany, Georgia to Columbia, South Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 12min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 26min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 53min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, Georgia & Columbia, South Carolina

Quick Facts

Albany, Georgia
31.58°N, 84.16°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
Columbia, South Carolina
34.00°N, 81.03°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients