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Telfair Academy
Historic art museum in a Regency-style mansion, part of Telfair Museums, with American and European works in a landmark downtown setting.
Cheapest price
$223
Average price
$223
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1270 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Columbia, MO to Savannah, GA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Columbia, MO to Savannah, GA will cost around $223 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $223.
Of the 1 buses that leave Columbia, MO for Savannah, GA on Fri, May 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct buses cover the 1270 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Columbia, MO to Savannah, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $214. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $214, and a flight costs an average of $798.
Distance: 789 miles (1270 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$219 Average price Cheapest | $798 Average price | $190 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 0m Average total duration 27h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration Fastest 7h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Columbia, MO to Savannah, GA:
A bus is $580 (€467) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Columbia, MO to Savannah, GA costing on average $798 (€644).
Other travel options to Savannah, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 30m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $214 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 31h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $223 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $187 |
The table below shows live departures for Columbia, MO to Savannah, GA buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:05 PM Columbia, MO | 24h30 | 8:35 PM Savannah, GA | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 1:05 AM Columbia, MO | 31h30 | 8:35 AM Savannah, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Columbia, MO to Savannah, GA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $214 (€173) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 19:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest bus covers the 789 miles (1270 km) distance in 23h 30m.
Distance 789 miles (1270 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $214 (€173) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 23h 30m |
First bus 7:00 PM |
Last bus 7:00 PM |
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Historic art museum in a Regency-style mansion, part of Telfair Museums, with American and European works in a landmark downtown setting.
National Historic Landmark interpreted by Telfair Museums, notable for architecture and important history of urban slavery in Savannah.
Contemporary art and design museum in the Telfair Museums group, known for modern exhibitions and family-friendly gallery spaces.
Savannah's signature urban park with broad walkways, oak trees, the famous fountain, and constant local and visitor activity.
Historic cobblestone riverfront area lined with restored warehouses, views of the Savannah River, and one of the city's busiest walking zones.
The core area of Savannah known for its famous squares, shaded streets, and preserved architecture; essential for first-time visitors.
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Unripe tomato slices breaded and fried until crisp, often served with remoulade. A Southern staple widely associated with coastal Georgia cooking.
A rich coastal soup made with crab meat, cream, and crab roe, sometimes finished with sherry. It reflects the seafood traditions of the Georgia and Carolina coast.
An iconic Southern boarding-house style restaurant famous for shared tables and classic comfort dishes served family-style at lunch.
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Moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but casual dining and coffee are reasonable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
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