Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Columbia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Columbia

With a population of 99,615, Columbia is a must-see destination in Maryland, United States.

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Where to Eat in Columbia

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blackwall Barn & Lodge (6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140) and Iron Bridge Wine Company - Columbia (10435 State Route 108) are great picks.

When to visit Columbia

Columbia in January
Estimated hotel price
$192
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbia in January
Estimated hotel price
$192
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Columbia

Plane

When flying to Columbia, you’ll arrive at Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Columbia from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Columbia, followed by Acela. The train journey from Columbia to Baltimore takes 0h 33m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 51m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and OurBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Columbia takes 140 miles and will cost you around $43. From New York, the ticket costs about $98 for a journey of 195 miles. Columbia’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Columbia, you’ll arrive at Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Columbia from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Columbia, followed by Acela. The train journey from Columbia to Baltimore takes 0h 33m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 51m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and OurBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Columbia takes 140 miles and will cost you around $43. From New York, the ticket costs about $98 for a journey of 195 miles. Columbia’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Columbia

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Columbia

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,088 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,200 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,191 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,718 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,485 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,660 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,775 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,124 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,891 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (290 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (191 reviews)
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Where to stay in Columbia

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Select Suites - Columbia - Gateway Drive and Extended Stay America Suites - Columbia - Columbia Corporate Park.

Where to stay in popular areas of Columbia

Most booked hotels in Columbia

Courtyard By Marriott Baltimore BWI Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$149+
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DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Baltimore - BWI Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$190+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Baltimore Bwi Airport
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$115+
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Aloft BWI Baltimore Washington International Airport
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$147+
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Hiring a car in Columbia

Expect to pay $1.43 per litre in Columbia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.05 and $22.73. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.43 per litre in Columbia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.05 and $22.73. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.