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

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Tallahassee?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Tallahassee is 310.7 miles (500.1 km) as the crow flies. Tallahassee is located SW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 372.9 miles, taking about 7h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Tallahassee in Florida.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

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