How far is Central, SC from Columbia, SC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Central and Columbia is 111.45 miles (179.36 km).
Flight distance from Central, SC to Columbia, SC is 111.45 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Central to Columbia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Central, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is: 122 miles (196.34 km) by car.
Driving from Central to Columbia will take approximately 02 hours 10 minutes.
#1 Central
Town in Pickens County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 5452 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°43'27"N 82°46'53"W |
| Latitude | 34.7242700 |
| Longitude | -82.7812500 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| 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 Central and Columbia
The distance between Central and Columbia is 196 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 10 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 Central and Columbia. The current time is 03:50:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 03 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 03 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.3 liters (4.3 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Central and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Central to Columbia is $13.36 (diesel $17.98).
South Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.1 | $3.53 | $3.88 | $4.18 |
| Total | $13.36 | $15.19 | $16.72 | $17.98 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Central 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 Central 21.12 miles (34 km)
Driving distance from Hilton Head Island, SC to Central 280.46 miles (451 km)
