Distance from Atlanta to Columbia by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Atlanta (GA) to Columbia (SC) is 203 miles or 326 kilometers or 176 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Atlanta to Columbia is 224 miles (361 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 21 miles or 35 km.

Flight distance from Atlanta, GA to Columbia, SC in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Atlanta and Columbia is 203 miles or 326 km.
The nearest airport to Atlanta, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and the nearest airport to Columbia, is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).

What is the average flight time from Atlanta to Columbia?

Flight time from Atlanta, GA to Columbia, SC is 0 hours 27 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Atlanta to Columbia Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Atlanta, GA and Columbia, SC
This map shows the distance from Atlanta, GA, Usa to Columbia, SC, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Atlanta, Georgia to Columbia, South Carolina is displayed below.

Driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Columbia, SC

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Columbia, South Carolina is 224 miles or 361 km.
The total driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Columbia, SC is 224 miles or 361 kilometers. Your trip begins in Atlanta, Georgia. It ends in Columbia, South Carolina.
The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Columbia, South Carolina is approximately 224 miles (361 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 4 to 5 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Atlanta, GA to Columbia, SC

How long is the drive from Atlanta, GA to Columbia, SC?
The total driving time is 4 hours, 28 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Atlanta to Columbia take?
Atlanta and Columbia are 4 hours 28 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Atlanta and Columbia

Time difference between Atlanta (GA) and Columbia (SC) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in AtlantaCurrent local time in Columbia
2025-12-19, 14:01:02 EST2025-12-19, 14:01:02 EST
How Far is it Between Atlanta Georgia, USA and Columbia South Carolina, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Atlanta, GA and Columbia, SC in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 224 mi 361 km 194.52 nmi
Straight line distance 203 mi 326 km 176 nmi
Difference 21 mi 35 km 18 nmi

Atlanta Details

Atlanta is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 45' 46.5'' Longitude: W 84° 25' 21.6''
Latitude33.76291
Longitude-84.42267
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Atlanta

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Columbia Details

Columbia is located in South Carolina, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 2' 25.9'' Longitude: W 80° 54' 22''
Latitude34.04052
Longitude-80.9061
StateSouth Carolina
Nearest airports to Columbia

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Atlanta, GA and Columbia, SC
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 7 hours 31 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 5 hours 38 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 5 hours 0 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 4 hours 30 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 4 hours 6 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 3 hours 45 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 3 hours 28 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 3 hours 13 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 3 hours 0 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 2 hours 49 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 2 hours 39 minutes