How far is Lancaster, SC from Columbia, SC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lancaster and Columbia is 51.96 miles (83.62 km).
Flight distance from Lancaster, SC to Columbia, SC is 51.96 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lancaster, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is: 60.8 miles (97.85 km) by car.
Driving from Lancaster to Columbia will take approximately 01 hours 11 minutes.
#1 Lancaster
City in central Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 9156 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°43'14"N 80°46'15"W |
| Latitude | 34.7204300 |
| Longitude | -80.7709000 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| 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 Lancaster and Columbia
The distance between Lancaster and Columbia is 98 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 05 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 Lancaster and Columbia. The current time is 03:13:10.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.12 liters (2.15 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lancaster and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lancaster to Columbia is $6.66 (diesel $8.96).
South Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.1 | $3.53 | $3.88 | $4.18 |
| Total | $6.66 | $7.57 | $8.33 | $8.96 |
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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 149.97 miles (241 km)
Driving distance from Hilton Head Island, SC to Lancaster 220.18 miles (354 km)
