How far is Fairfax, SC from Columbia, SC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairfax and Columbia is 72.9 miles (117.33 km).
Flight distance from Fairfax, SC to Columbia, SC is 72.9 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Fairfax to Columbia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairfax, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is: 77.28 miles (124.37 km) by car.
Driving from Fairfax to Columbia will take approximately 01 hours 38 minutes.
#1 Fairfax
Town in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 1622 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 32°57'33"N 81°14'11"W |
| Latitude | 32.9590500 |
| Longitude | -81.2365000 |
| Altitude | 42 |
| 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 Fairfax and Columbia
The distance between Fairfax and Columbia is 124 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 22 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 Fairfax and Columbia. The current time is 01:49:01.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.32 liters (2.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairfax and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairfax to Columbia is $8.46 (diesel $11.39).
South Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.1 | $3.53 | $3.88 | $4.18 |
| Total | $8.46 | $9.62 | $10.59 | $11.39 |
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 Fairfax and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
