How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Boston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Boston start from $146. The average price for this route is around $245. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Boston?

The average bus travel time from Columbus to Boston is 22h 10m, covering a distance of 1028 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Columbus to Boston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Boston?

The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Boston at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Boston?

A bus trip from Columbus to Boston generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Columbus to Boston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Boston?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Columbus to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Columbus to Boston from $122 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Boston on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 15m	11:15am	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	18h	3:10pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	18h 5m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	1d 1h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	1d 11h	2:45pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Boston on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	18h	3:10pm	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	18h 5m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	1d 1h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
	Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 10m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 15m	11:15am	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Boston on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 40m	6:50pm	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	18h 5m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	1d 1h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
	Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 10m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 5h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Boston on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:50am	Columbus (E Mound St)	23h 30m	7:20am	Brookline	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	18h 5m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	1d 1h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
	Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 10m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 25m	11:25am	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Boston on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 5h	5:40am	Brookline	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 10m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	100 E Rich St	1d 12h	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 40m	6:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	100 E Rich St	1d 11h	11:15am	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Boston on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:50am	Columbus (E Mound St)	23h 30m	7:20am	Brookline	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	18h	3:10pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	18h 5m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	1d 1h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
	Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	21h 10m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:06 PM EST.

Get from Columbus to Boston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $146, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

22h 10mAverage Duration

1028 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Boston?

Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Riverside Bus Station
335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
Visit page Map
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
Map
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Map
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,983 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Boston, MA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Boston start from $146. The average price for this route is around $245. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Boston?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Boston is 22h 10m, covering a distance of 1028 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Boston at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Boston?
A bus trip from Columbus to Boston generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Columbus to Boston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Boston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Columbus to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-07

$165

01-08

$159

Today

$169

01-10

$167

01-11

$170

01-12

$154

01-13

$147

01-14

$146

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $146

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $146 to $182 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $146 which is on 2026-01-14.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.