Bristol to Columbia

• Traffic

  Avoid Columbia rush hour traffic.
• Navigation

  Use GPS to navigate through the mountains.
• Parking

  Downtown Columbia has many parking garages.
• Dining

  Try local South Carolina cuisine.
• Weather

  Check the forecast for mountain fog.

• Winding Roads

  I-26 has many curves; drive at a safe speed.
• Speeding

  Follow the speed limits in the mountains.
• Vehicle Safety

  Check your brakes before the trip.
• Emergency

  Keep a roadside emergency kit in your car.

• Is there a train to Columbia?
  Yes, Amtrak serves Columbia, but there is no direct train from Bristol.
• How long is the drive?
  The drive takes about 3.5 hours.
• Are there tolls?
  No, the route is toll-free.
• Is it a safe route?
  Yes, it is a major interstate highway.
• Can I fly?
  There are no direct commercial flights between Bristol and Columbia.

• From Bristol, Tennessee, United States
• To Columbia, South Carolina, United States
• Modes

Spring or Fall for the best scenery.