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.

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#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
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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 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 13:45:08.

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 April 19, 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.

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