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

Columbus travel guide

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You're Going to Love Columbus

With a population of 189.885, Columbus is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Columbus to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Columbus

If you’re looking for affordable options, The King Claw- Columbus (1591 Bradley Park Dr Suite F5) and Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom - Columbus (6581 Whittlesey Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Columbus

Columbus in December
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbus in December
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Columbus in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 140 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Columbus, with an average rainfall of 66 mm.

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How to Get to Columbus

Plane

When flying to Columbus, you’ll arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Columbus from New Zealand departs from Dunedin and takes around 36h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Columbus. The train journey from Columbus to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $67 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $100 for a 5h 48m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbus, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Columbus takes 241 km and will cost you around $85. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $119 for a journey of 314 km. The most popular bus station is Columbus, located 6 km from the city centre of Columbus. Columbus Greyhound Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Columbus, you’ll arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Columbus from New Zealand departs from Dunedin and takes around 36h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Columbus. The train journey from Columbus to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $67 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $100 for a 5h 48m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbus, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Columbus takes 241 km and will cost you around $85. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $119 for a journey of 314 km. The most popular bus station is Columbus, located 6 km from the city centre of Columbus. Columbus Greyhound Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 km from the city centre.

Airports near Columbus

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Columbus

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,817 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,245 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,238 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,885 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,363 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,539 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,757 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,421 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,369 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,180 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,966 reviews)
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Where to stay in Columbus

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus and Quality Inn Columbus near Fort Benning.

Where to stay in popular areas of Columbus

Most booked hotels in Columbus

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus At Northlake By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$209+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$124+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Columbus
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$230+
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Comfort Suites Columbus State University Area
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$134+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Columbus Fort Moore
2 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
$90+
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Baymont by Wyndham Columbus GA
2 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
$92+
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Hiring a car in Columbus

Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.23 and $22.97. The most frequently booked car type in Columbus is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.23 and $22.97. The most frequently booked car type in Columbus is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Columbus

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz

Alamo

Alamo
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