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

156.2 miles 251.4 km · straight line
195.3 miles estimated 314.3 km · driving distance
3h 56min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
20° NNE bearing direction

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Kernersville?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Kernersville is 156.2 miles (251.4 km) as the crow flies. Kernersville is located NNE of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 195.3 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Kernersville in North 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 Columbia, South Carolina and Kernersville. 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 Kernersville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 56min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 43min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 44min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, South Carolina & Kernersville

Quick Facts

Columbia, South Carolina
34.00°N, 81.03°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
Kernersville
36.12°N, 80.07°W
America/New_York
308m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 159.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients