Distance from Sumter to Columbia by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Sumter (SC) to Columbia (SC) is 34 miles or 54 kilometers or 30 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Sumter to Columbia is 45 miles (73 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 11 miles or 19 km.

Sumter to Columbia Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Sumter, SC to Columbia, SC

The driving distance from Sumter, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is 45 miles or 73 km.
The total driving distance from Sumter, SC to Columbia, SC is 45 miles or 73 kilometers. Your trip begins in Sumter, South Carolina. It ends in Columbia, South Carolina.
The driving distance from Sumter, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 1 to 2 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Sumter, SC to Columbia, SC

How long is the drive from Sumter, SC to Columbia, SC?
The total driving time is 1 hours, 7 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Sumter to Columbia take?
Sumter and Columbia are 1 hours 7 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 Sumter and Columbia

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

Current local time in Sumter	Current local time in Columbia
2026-11-13, 19:07:07 EST	2026-11-13, 19:07:07 EST

How Far is it Between Sumter South Carolina, USA and Columbia South Carolina, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	45 mi	73 km	39.08 nmi
Straight line distance	34 mi	54 km	30 nmi
Difference	11 mi	19 km	9 nmi

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