Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Columbus (E Mound St) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Union Station | 100 E Rich St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Union Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 17:21 EST.
Get from Washington to Columbus
The journey takes about 15 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Washington and Columbus?
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Washington, DC, US to Columbus, OH
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Columbus?
The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Columbus start from £53. The average price for this route is around £110. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Columbus?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Columbus is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 334 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Columbus route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Columbus at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Columbus?
A bus journey from Washington to Columbus produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Washington 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 87463 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Columbus?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington, DC, US to Columbus, OH was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £60To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Columbus, OH as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £60 to £114 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £60, which is on 2026-01-12.
