Columbia, South Carolina to Danville, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Danville, Kentucky?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Danville, Kentucky is 327.5 miles (527 km) as the crow flies. Danville, Kentucky is located NW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 393 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Danville, Kentucky in Kentucky.

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 Danville, Kentucky. 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.