How far is Elgin, SC from Columbia, SC?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Elgin and Columbia is 18.11 miles (29.14 km).

Flight distance from Elgin, SC to Columbia, SC is 18.11 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Elgin, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is: 24.69 miles (39.74 km) by car.

Driving from Elgin to Columbia will take approximately 00 hours 29 minutes.

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#1 Elgin

Human settlement in Kershaw County, South Carolina, United States of America

Population 1585
GPS Coordinates 34°10'16"N 80°47'39"W
Latitude 34.1709800
Longitude -80.7942500
Altitude 122
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Elgin and Columbia

The distance between Elgin and Columbia is 40 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 26 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 Elgin and Columbia. The current time is 19:54:11.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 49 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 37 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 29 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 24 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 21 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 19 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 18 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.3 liters (0.87 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Columbia is $2.7 (diesel $3.64).

South Carolina gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.1 $3.53 $3.88 $4.18
Total $2.7 $3.07 $3.38 $3.64

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 12, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elgin 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

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Driving distance from Charleston, SC to Elgin 124.48 miles (200 km)

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Driving distance from Goose Creek, SC to Elgin 110.16 miles (177 km)

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Driving distance from Greenville, SC to Elgin 123.59 miles (199 km)

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Driving distance from Mount Pleasant, SC to Elgin 127.54 miles (205 km)

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Driving distance from North Charleston, SC to Elgin 119.7 miles (193 km)

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Driving distance from Rock Hill, SC to Elgin 32.03 miles (52 km)

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Driving distance from Summerville, SC to Elgin 103.16 miles (166 km)

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Driving distance from Sumter, SC to Elgin 40.72 miles (66 km)

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