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 December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 163
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbia in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 163
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 29h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Columbia, followed by Acela. The train journey from Columbia to Philadelphia takes 1h 56m and costs around S$ 14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlottesville, expect to pay about S$ 26 for a 2h 27m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Columbia takes 290 km and will cost you around S$ 54. From New York, the ticket costs about S$ 46 for a journey of 426 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 29h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Columbia, followed by Acela. The train journey from Columbia to Philadelphia takes 1h 56m and costs around S$ 14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlottesville, expect to pay about S$ 26 for a 2h 27m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Columbia takes 290 km and will cost you around S$ 54. From New York, the ticket costs about S$ 46 for a journey of 426 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 (1,434 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,604 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,167 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,661 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (289 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (187 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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baltimore Air
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
S$ 90+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Baltimore Bwi Airport
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 90+
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Aloft BWI Baltimore Washington International Airport
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
S$ 104+
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Red Roof PLUS+ Baltimore - Washington DC/BWI Airport
2 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
S$ 81+
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Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Baltimore Bwi Airport
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
S$ 68+
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Hiring a car in Columbia

Expect to pay S$ 1.08 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$ 12.92 and S$ 17.23. 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 Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.08 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$ 12.92 and S$ 17.23. 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 Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.