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

213.1 miles 342.9 km · straight line
266.3 miles estimated 428.6 km · driving distance
5h 21min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Wilson?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Wilson is 213.1 miles (342.9 km) as the crow flies. Wilson is located NE of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 266.3 miles, taking about 5h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Wilson 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 21min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 25min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 5min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, South Carolina & Wilson

Quick Facts

Columbia, South Carolina
34.00°N, 81.03°W
America/New_York
89m elevation
Wilson
35.72°N, 77.92°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients