Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | San Francisco Bus Station | Columbus (Ohio State University) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | San Francisco Bus Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | San Francisco Bus Station | 100 E Rich St | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | 409 Townsend St, SF | 100 E Rich St | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | 409 Townsend St, SF | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags |
Get from San Francisco to Columbus
The journey takes about 2 days, 16 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $806, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Columbus?
Stops in San Francisco
- A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA - B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812 - C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114 - D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 - E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Columbus, OH 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 San Francisco to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Columbus start from $806. The average price for this route is around $897. 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 San Francisco to Columbus?
The average bus travel time from San Francisco to Columbus is 2d 16h, covering a distance of 3393 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Columbus route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Francisco to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Columbus at 12:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Columbus?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Columbus generates an estimated 85 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 San Francisco to Columbus?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Columbus?
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 San Francisco to Columbus?
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 San Francisco to Columbus?
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.
The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $447To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco, US to Columbus, OH, as early as possible.
