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Bus San Diego to Columbus: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$407
Average bus trip duration2d 10h
Number of daily buses13.333333333333334
Earliest bus departure07:15
Distance1948 miles
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Columbus Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Diego to Columbus.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Diego to Columbus.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Columbus, OH

  1. How far is Columbus from San Diego by coach?

    The distance between San Diego and Columbus by coach is approximately 1951 miles (3147 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Columbus from San Diego without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. 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 might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego to Columbus was searched and found on 20 Jun 2025 with a price of US$159

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

You can expect to pay from US$159 to US$210 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Columbus based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$159, which is on 2025-06-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Diego to Columbus but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Diego to Columbus.

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 San Diego to Columbus that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Diego to Columbus, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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