How far is Lancaster, SC from Columbia, SC?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Lancaster and Columbia is 51.96 miles (83.62 km).

Flight distance from Lancaster, SC to Columbia, SC is 51.96 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Lancaster, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina is: 60.8 miles (97.85 km) by car.

Driving from Lancaster to Columbia will take approximately 01 hours 11 minutes.

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#1 Lancaster

City in central Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Population 9156
GPS Coordinates 34°43'14"N 80°46'15"W
Latitude 34.7204300
Longitude -80.7709000
Altitude 173
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Lancaster and Columbia

The distance between Lancaster and Columbia is 98 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 05 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 Lancaster and Columbia. The current time is 05:17:53.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 02 hours 01 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 31 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 12 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 00 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 52 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 48 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 45 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.12 liters (2.15 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lancaster and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lancaster to Columbia is $6.66 (diesel $8.96).

South Carolina gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.1 $3.53 $3.88 $4.18
Total $6.66 $7.57 $8.33 $8.96

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 March 29, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lancaster 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

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Driving distance from Greer, SC to Lancaster 99.42 miles (160 km)

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Driving distance from Mount Pleasant, SC to Lancaster 180.09 miles (290 km)

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Driving distance from Myrtle Beach, SC to Lancaster 163.23 miles (263 km)

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Driving distance from North Charleston, SC to Lancaster 172.26 miles (277 km)

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