Bus from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Columbus to Philadelphia on 3 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Philadelphia Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Philadelphia Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Philadelphia Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
100 E Rich St
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews RdNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Philadelphia Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:05 AM EDT.

Get from Columbus to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
12h 20mAverage duration
665 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Philadelphia start at R 1 102. The average price for this route is around R 1 493. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Columbus to Philadelphia is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 665 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Columbus to Philadelphia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Philadelphia at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    A bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia produces an estimated 16.607375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    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 87559 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    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.

Best price found
31/05
R 2 514
01/06
R 1 448
Today
R 1 532
03/06
R 1 398
04/06
R 1 249
05/06
R 1 099
06/06
R 1 132
07/06
R 1 066
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 07 Jun 2026 with a price of R 1 066

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 066 to R 2 580 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 066, which is on 2026-06-07.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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