Road trip from Chicago to Columbia
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OVERVIEW
Chicago is located at the base of Lake Michigan. Columbia, South Carolina, is located in the center of the state. The two cities are located 590 miles apart from each other. The best way to travel between these cities is by plane. The journey takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
If you are traveling from Chicago to Columbia by car, you can take Interstate 80 east to Interstate 74 east and then follow Interstate 65 south. The drive takes about 9 hours and 30 minutes. You can also take a train from Chicago to Columbia. The train ride takes about 12 hours.
No matter how you choose to travel, be sure to plan and pack accordingly. The weather in Chicago can be very different from the weather in Columbia. Be sure to pack clothes for all types of weather.