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

178.1 miles 286.7 km · straight line
222.7 miles estimated 358.4 km · driving distance
4h 29min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
271° W bearing direction

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

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Duluth, Georgia is 178.1 miles (286.7 km) as the crow flies. Duluth, Georgia is located W of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 222.7 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Duluth, Georgia in Georgia.

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. 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. 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 Columbia, South Carolina and Duluth, Georgia. 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 Columbia, South Carolina to Duluth, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 29min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 23min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 16min $27–$78* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, South Carolina & Duluth, Georgia

Quick Facts

Columbia, South Carolina
34.00°N, 81.03°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
Duluth, Georgia
34.00°N, 84.14°W
America/New_York
334m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 139.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients