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.

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#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
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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 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 09:48:25.

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 March 28, 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

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Driving distance from Aiken, SC to Central 117.93 miles (190 km)

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Driving distance from Charleston, SC to Central 237.31 miles (382 km)

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Driving distance from Florence, SC to Central 200.95 miles (323 km)

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Driving distance from Goose Creek, SC to Central 222.99 miles (359 km)

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Driving distance from Greenville, SC to Central 26.85 miles (43 km)

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Driving distance from Greer, SC to Central 45.02 miles (72 km)

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Driving distance from Hilton Head Island, SC to Central 280.46 miles (451 km)

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Driving distance from Mount Pleasant, SC to Central 241.99 miles (389 km)

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Driving distance from Myrtle Beach, SC to Central 272.13 miles (438 km)

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Driving distance from North Charleston, SC to Central 232.53 miles (374 km)

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Driving distance from Rock Hill, SC to Central 104.37 miles (168 km)

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