Columbia, South Carolina to Columbia, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Columbia, Tennessee?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Columbia, Tennessee is 358.2 miles (576.4 km) as the crow flies. Columbia, Tennessee is located WNW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 429.8 miles, taking about 8h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Columbia, Tennessee in Tennessee.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, South Carolina and Columbia, Tennessee. 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.