Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags |
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Get from Columbus to Washington
The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Washington?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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 from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Washington start at R 1 145. The average price for this route is around R 2 133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Columbus to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Columbus to Washington is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 538 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Washington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Washington at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Washington?
A bus trip from Columbus to Washington produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Columbus to Washington?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Columbus to Washington?
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 Columbus to Washington?
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 Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 529To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 529 to R 3 711 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 529, which is on 2025-12-25.
