Bus Chicago to Columbus: Trip Overview
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Chicago to Columbus Bus
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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Columbus from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Columbus
How long is the trip from Chicago to Columbus by bus?
The bus ride from Chicago to Columbus takes 22h 15m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 18h 20m.
What is the travel distance from Chicago to Columbus?
Chicago and Columbus are 1072 km (665 miles) apart.
What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Columbus?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Columbus from Chicago; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$99, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Chicago to Columbus?
The bus from Chicago to Columbus will cost you US$119, on average.
Is there an overnight bus from Chicago to Columbus?
Yes! If you're heading from Chicago to Columbus, you'll find buses departing until 11:50pm and arriving the next day.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Columbus was searched and found on May 11, 2025 with a price of US$109To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$109 to US$134 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$109 which is on 2025-05-11.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Columbus!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Columbus, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Columbus.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Columbus, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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