Columbia, South Carolina to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Philadelphia?
The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Philadelphia is 523.3 miles (842.1 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located NE of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 619.6 miles, taking about 11h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, South Carolina and Philadelphia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Philadelphia
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 174 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
- You could travel this distance about 47.6 times to circle the Earth's equator