How far is Chester, SC from Columbia, SC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Chester and Columbia is 49.72 miles (80.01 km).
Flight distance from Chester, SC to Columbia, SC is 49.72 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Chester, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is: 59.64 miles (95.97 km) by car.
Driving from Chester to Columbia will take approximately 01 hours 03 minutes.
#1 Chester
Small rural city in Chester County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 5363 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°42'17"N 81°12'51"W |
| Latitude | 34.7048600 |
| Longitude | -81.2142600 |
| Altitude | 163 |
| 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 Chester and Columbia
The distance between Chester and Columbia is 96 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 03 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 Chester and Columbia. The current time is 05:49:11.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.97 liters (2.1 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Chester and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Chester to Columbia is $6.53 (diesel $8.79).
South Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.1 | $3.53 | $3.88 | $4.18 |
| Total | $6.53 | $7.43 | $8.17 | $8.79 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Chester 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 Chester 119.81 miles (193 km)
Driving distance from Hilton Head Island, SC to Chester 225.93 miles (364 km)
