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 August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbia in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 172
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 17 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Columbia from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 25h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Columbia, followed by Acela. The train journey from Columbia to Baltimore takes 0h 34m and costs around S$ 8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about S$ 14 for a 1h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Columbia is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 298 km from Columbia. You’ll find branches of Ace and Sixt, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and Washington Deluxe. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Columbia takes 177 km and will cost you around S$ 74. From Richmond, the ticket costs about S$ 48 for a journey of 225 km. Columbia’s bus station is located 4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Columbia, you’ll arrive at Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), which is located 17 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Columbia from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 25h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Columbia, followed by Acela. The train journey from Columbia to Baltimore takes 0h 34m and costs around S$ 8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about S$ 14 for a 1h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Columbia is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 298 km from Columbia. You’ll find branches of Ace and Sixt, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and Washington Deluxe. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Columbia takes 177 km and will cost you around S$ 74. From Richmond, the ticket costs about S$ 48 for a journey of 225 km. Columbia’s bus station is located 4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Columbia

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Columbia

KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,895 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,310 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,574 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,604 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,940 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,210 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,280 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,946 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,259 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (207 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 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

Embassy Suites by Hilton Baltimore at BWI Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 150+
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DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Baltimore - BWI Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 128+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Baltimore Bwi Airport
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 101+
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Aloft BWI Baltimore Washington International Airport
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
S$ 123+
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Red Roof PLUS+ Baltimore - Washington DC/BWI Airport
2 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
S$ 86+
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Hiring a car in Columbia

Expect to pay S$ 1.50 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 S$ 17.98 and S$ 23.97. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Sentra or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.50 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 S$ 17.98 and S$ 23.97. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Sentra or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.