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, Uncle Julio's - Columbia (10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Ste 2530) and Corner Stable - Columbia (8630 Guilford Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cazbar - Columbia (9400 Snowden River Pkwy Ste 122) and Homeslyce - Columbia (9400 Snowden River Pkwy) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Columbia.

When to visit Columbia

Columbia in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 170
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbia in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 170
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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 24h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Columbia. The train journey from Columbia to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around S$ 8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about S$ 22 for a 1h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Columbia is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 185 miles from Columbia. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Bus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. 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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 24h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Columbia. The train journey from Columbia to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around S$ 8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about S$ 22 for a 1h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Columbia is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 185 miles from Columbia. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Bus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Columbia’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Columbia

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Columbia

KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,451 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,986 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,971 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,373 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,645 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,286 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,529 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,277 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,130 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,023 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,067 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,009 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,904 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,136 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (168 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

Live! Casino And Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 264+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baltimore Air
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
S$ 111+
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DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Baltimore - BWI Airport
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
S$ 132+
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Aloft BWI Baltimore Washington International Airport
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
S$ 124+
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Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Baltimore Bwi Airport
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
S$ 82+
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Hiring a car in Columbia

Expect to pay S$ 1.20 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$ 14.31 and S$ 19.08. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Intermediate (Chevrolet Cruze or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.20 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$ 14.31 and S$ 19.08. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Intermediate (Chevrolet Cruze or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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