How far is Aiken, SC from Columbia, SC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Aiken and Columbia is 49.72 miles (80.01 km).
Flight distance from Aiken, SC to Columbia, SC is 49.72 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Aiken, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is: 56.08 miles (90.25 km) by car.
Driving from Aiken to Columbia will take approximately 00 hours 57 minutes.
#1 Aiken
City in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 31121 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°33'38"N 81°43'10"W |
| Latitude | 33.5604200 |
| Longitude | -81.7195500 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbia
The most populous city in South Carolina. It is located on the Congaree River in central South Carolina. Columbia is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of South Carolina and the South Carolina State Museum.
| Population | 132130 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°0'3"N 81°2'5"W |
| Latitude | 34.0007100 |
| Longitude | -81.0348100 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Columbia: Gervais Street (-81.034853,34.000804)
Estimated Travel Time Between Aiken and Columbia
The distance between Aiken and Columbia is 90 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 00 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Aiken and Columbia. The current time is 13:23:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.49 liters (1.98 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Aiken and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Aiken to Columbia is $6.14 (diesel $8.26).
South Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.1 | $3.53 | $3.88 | $4.18 |
| Total | $6.14 | $6.98 | $7.69 | $8.26 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in South Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.104 (Diesel $4.176) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 17, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Aiken and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Anderson County Airport, SC to Aiken 104.02 miles (167 km)
Driving distance from Hanahan, SC to Aiken 121.95 miles (196 km)
