How far is Columbia, SC from Sumter, SC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbia and Sumter is 40.12 miles (64.56 km).
Flight distance from Columbia, SC to Sumter, SC is 40.12 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Sumter, South Carolina is: 43.99 miles (70.8 km) by car.
Driving from Columbia to Sumter will take approximately 01 hours 00 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Sumter
City in and county seat of Sumter County, South Carolina, United States
| Population | 39439 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°55'14"N 80°20'29"W |
| Latitude | 33.9204400 |
| Longitude | -80.3414700 |
| Altitude | 52 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Sumter: East Liberty Street (-80.341474,33.920409)
Estimated Travel Time Between Columbia and Sumter
The distance between Columbia and Sumter is 71 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 47 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 Columbia and Sumter. The current time is 09:04:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.88 liters (1.55 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbia and Sumter.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbia to Sumter is $4.82 (diesel $6.48).
South Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.1 | $3.53 | $3.88 | $4.18 |
| Total | $4.82 | $5.48 | $6.03 | $6.48 |
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 Columbia and Sumter (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 Columbia 136.06 miles (219 km)
Driving distance from Hanahan, SC to Columbia 106.62 miles (172 km)
Driving distance from Hilton Head Island, SC to Columbia 166.48 miles (268 km)
