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

198.3 miles 319.2 km · straight line
247.9 miles estimated 399 km · driving distance
4h 59min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
94° E bearing direction

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

The distance from Canton, Georgia to Columbia, South Carolina is 198.3 miles (319.2 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, South Carolina is located E of Canton, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 247.9 miles, taking about 4h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Canton, 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Canton, 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 Canton, Georgia to Columbia, South Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 59min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 59min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 44min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canton, Georgia & Columbia, South Carolina

Quick Facts

Canton, Georgia
34.24°N, 84.49°W
America/New_York
295m 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 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients