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

152.4 miles 245.2 km · straight line
190.5 miles estimated 306.5 km · driving distance
3h 50min estimated drive time
$18 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
192° SSW bearing direction

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Hinesville?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Hinesville is 152.4 miles (245.2 km) as the crow flies. Hinesville is located SSW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 190.5 miles, taking about 3h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Hinesville 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 Hinesville. 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 Hinesville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 50min $18 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 36min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $23–$67* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, South Carolina & Hinesville

Quick Facts

Columbia, South Carolina
34.00°N, 81.03°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
Hinesville
31.85°N, 81.60°W
America/New_York
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 163.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients