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

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Reston?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Reston is 399.8 miles (643.4 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located NNE of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 479.8 miles, taking about 9h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Reston in Virginia.

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 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 Reston. 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.