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

123.2 miles 198.2 km · straight line
154 miles estimated 247.8 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
69° ENE bearing direction

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Lumberton?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Lumberton is 123.2 miles (198.2 km) as the crow flies. Lumberton is located ENE of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 154 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Lumberton 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 Lumberton. 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 Lumberton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 43min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $18–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, South Carolina & Lumberton

Quick Facts

Columbia, South Carolina
34.00°N, 81.03°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
Lumberton
34.62°N, 79.01°W
America/New_York
39m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 202.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients