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Today19 Apr
from US$54
Tomorrow20 Apr
from US$43
Sun21 Apr
from US$51
Mon22 Apr
from US$43
Tue23 Apr
Wed24 Apr
from US$39
Thu25 Apr
Fri26 Apr

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Cheapest trips
Fastest trips
16:30
11h45m
05:15
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Columbus - Columbus Bus Station
Cheapest
22:20
11h35m
10:55
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
2nd Cheapest
Columbus - Columbus Bus Station
2nd Cheapest
23:00
10h55m
10:55
Chicago - Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Fastest
Columbus - Columbus Bus Station
Fastest
22:35
11h20m
10:55
Chicago - Union Station
Columbus - Columbus Bus Station
16:10
15h5m
08:15
Chicago - Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Columbus - Columbus Bus Station
Bus Chicago to Columbus: Trip Overview

Bus Chicago to Columbus: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration9h 35m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure06:00
Distance271 miles
Latest bus departure23:00

Chicago to Columbus buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Columbus. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Chicago to Columbus will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Columbus, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses16
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures06:00 - 23:00
Minimum PriceUS$36
Average Ticket PriceUS$53
Minimum Trip Duration7h20m
Average Bus Trip Duration9h35m
Distance271 miles
Bus companies on this routeGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Columbus

The average bus ticket price from Chicago to Columbus is US$53. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Chicago and Columbus is around 9h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 276 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Chicago to Columbus can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Columbus by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Chicago to Columbus, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Buses travelling between Chicago and Columbus leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Union Station and arrive at Columbus Bus Station.

About Bus Travel

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.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Columbus that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Columbus to Chicago

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