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

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Pittsburgh is 448.6 miles (722 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located N of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 538.4 miles, taking about 10h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, South Carolina and Pittsburgh. 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.