How far is Columbia, SC from Springdale, SC?
The driving distance from Columbia, SC to Springdale, SC is about 58.7 miles (94.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.3 miles (87.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia and Springdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia and Springdale.
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Start on Gervais Street
132 m · 18 sec · Gervais Street
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Continue on Gervais Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Gervais Street
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Turn right onto Huger Street
2055 ft · 48 sec · Huger Street
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Turn left onto Taylor Street
913 ft · 23 sec · Taylor Street
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Continue on Hampton Street
1826 ft · 26 sec · Hampton Street
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Continue on Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
2.6 mi · 3 min · Jarvis Klapman Boulevard
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Continue on Augusta Road
6 mi · 9 min · Augusta Road
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Turn left
1267 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
45.8 mi · 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Graniteville
1564 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Graniteville
27 m · 2 sec
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Turn right onto Bettis Academy Road
2910 ft · 1 min · Bettis Academy Road
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Turn left onto Springdale Road
1 mi · 4 min · Springdale Road
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Turn sharp left onto Logan Lane
2438 ft · 2 min · Logan Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Logan Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbia and Springdale.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Augusta Road
Merge slight left
45.8 mi · 00h 50m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbia to Springdale?
The road trip is about 58.7 miles (94.5 km) and usually takes 01h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Summit is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.3 miles from Columbia and 29.4 miles from Springdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.3 miles (87.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.20 one way or $16.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Columbia and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Springdale.
Stop Ideas Near Summit
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 54.31 mi (87.41 km).
#1 Columbia
The most populous city in South Carolina.
| Population | 132,130 |
| Coordinates | 34.0007100, -81.0348100 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springdale
Census-designated place in Lancaster County, South Carolina
| Population | 2,732 |
| Coordinates | 33.6070800, -81.8537200 |
| Altitude | 113 |
| Country | United States |
End: Springdale (-81.85372, 33.60708)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $8.20 | $16.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.17 | $18.34 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $9.89 | $19.78 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.64 | $23.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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