How far is Columbus from Philadelphia by coach?

The journey from Philadelphia to Columbus by coach covers an approximate distance of 415 miles (669 km).

Is there a way to reach Columbus from Philadelphia without flying?

To travel from Philadelphia to Columbus without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Philadelphia to Columbus from £47 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Columbus on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 20m	23:20	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 30m	14:25	Columbus (E Mound St)	Fastest
	Bus	10:40	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 20m	22:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 50m	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus	07:20	Cherry Hill Mall	16h	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 18:51 EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

15h 10mAverage duration

422 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,380 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87380 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £56

Greyhound Philadelphia Columbus recent customer reviews

It was freezing o. The bus and the driver was very sarcastic and uncaring or sympathetic to the passengers. I now have a cold from riding in that bus with no heat.

Khory E.

4 February 2019

The seats were not semi reclining as advertised so I could not rest during my overnight trip. Besides, the lady at the ticket counter who told me to weigh the bags checked my ticket and gave it back but did not tell me that they would put a baggage claim ticket to the bags. As it was my first time taking Greyhound I did not know that as well. The man loading them did not notice them as well. It is only after I reached Columbus and I could not find the baggage and I checked with the driver did I remember seeing my baggage outside the bus (no.1683) at Pittsburgh where there was a 2 hour stop. When I mentioned this to the driver he told me that usually the bags with no baggage claim ticket will be unloaded from the bus. I hope to retrieve the bag when I go to Pittsburgh bus station tomorrow if it is still there as the driver suggested.

Jyothirmayi K.

23 December 2018

Very terrible

Nyankun W.

23 March 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,361 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Columbus?

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Columbus, OH

How far is Columbus from Philadelphia by coach?
The journey from Philadelphia to Columbus by coach covers an approximate distance of 415 miles (669 km).
Is there a way to reach Columbus from Philadelphia without flying?
To travel from Philadelphia to Columbus without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. 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

16/11

£79

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20/11

£68

21/11

£98

22/11

£71

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Columbus, OH was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £68

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

You can expect to pay from £68 to £158 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £68, which is on 2025-11-20.