How far is Columbia, SC from North Charleston, SC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbia and North Charleston is 100.03 miles (160.99 km).
Flight distance from Columbia, SC to North Charleston, SC is 100.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Columbia to North Charleston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbia, South Carolina to North Charleston, South Carolina is: 111.64 miles (179.67 km) by car.
Driving from Columbia to North Charleston will take approximately 01 hours 42 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 North Charleston
The second most populous city in Charleston County, South Carolina. It is located on the Cooper River in southeastern South Carolina. North Charleston is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the North Charleston Coliseum and the North Charleston Museum.
| Population | 118752 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°51'17"N 79°58'29"W |
| Latitude | 32.8546200 |
| Longitude | -79.9748100 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in North Charleston: US 52 (-79.97488,32.854524)
Estimated Travel Time Between Columbia and North Charleston
The distance between Columbia and North Charleston is 180 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 59 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 Columbia and North Charleston. The current time is 09:46:30.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 43 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 23 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.91 liters (3.94 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbia and North Charleston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbia to North Charleston is $12.23 (diesel $16.45).
South Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.1 | $3.53 | $3.88 | $4.18 |
| Total | $12.23 | $13.9 | $15.3 | $16.45 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbia and North Charleston (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 Columbia 136.06 miles (219 km)
Driving distance from Hanahan, SC to Columbia 106.62 miles (172 km)
Driving distance from Hilton Head Island, SC to Columbia 166.48 miles (268 km)
