How far is Elgin, SC from Columbia, SC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elgin and Columbia is 18.11 miles (29.14 km).
Flight distance from Elgin, SC to Columbia, SC is 18.11 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elgin, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is: 24.69 miles (39.74 km) by car.
Driving from Elgin to Columbia will take approximately 00 hours 29 minutes.
#1 Elgin
Human settlement in Kershaw County, South Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 1585 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°10'16"N 80°47'39"W |
| Latitude | 34.1709800 |
| Longitude | -80.7942500 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| 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 Elgin and Columbia
The distance between Elgin and Columbia is 40 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 26 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 Elgin and Columbia. The current time is 13:44:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.3 liters (0.87 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Columbia is $2.7 (diesel $3.64).
South Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.1 | $3.53 | $3.88 | $4.18 |
| Total | $2.7 | $3.07 | $3.38 | $3.64 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elgin and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
