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Today1 Jul
from US$226
Tomorrow2 Jul
from US$201
Thu3 Jul
Fri4 Jul
Sat5 Jul
Sun6 Jul
from US$151
Mon7 Jul
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus, GA (Bus Station)
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus, GA (Bus Station)
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus, GA (Bus Station)
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus, GA (Bus Station)
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus, GA (Bus Station)
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Columbus to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$193
Average bus trip duration20h 5m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure05:35
Distance668 miles
Latest bus departure21:55

Columbus to Chicago Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chicago from Columbus, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Columbus, GA - Chicago

  1. What's the distance between Columbus and Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Columbus to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 665 miles (1072 km).

  2. How can I travel from Columbus to Chicago avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Columbus to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/06
US$320
30/06
US$241
Today
US$219
02/07
US$219
03/07
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04/07
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05/07
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06/07
US$163
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus to Chicago was searched and found on 6 Jul 2025 with a price of US$163

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

You can expect to pay from US$163 to US$355 for a bus ticket from Columbus to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$163, which is on 2025-07-06.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Columbus to Chicago, 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 Columbus to Chicago.

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Did you know?

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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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