Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Columbus on 29 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia Bus Station	16h 15m	14:15	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	13h 55m	10:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	Cherry Hill Mall	14h 10m	10:40	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Cherry Hill Mall	14h 50m	14:15	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Columbus on 30 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:05	Cherry Hill Mall	11h 40m	04:45	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
	Bus	03:20	Philadelphia Bus Station	10h 55m	14:15	Columbus (E Mound St)	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	Philadelphia Bus Station	13h 20m	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	13h 55m	10:40	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus	12:01	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h 44m	23:45	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h 10m	04:45	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia Bus Station	16h 15m	14:15	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:05	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	20h 35m	10:40	100 E Rich St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:45 AM EDT.

Get from Philadelphia to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just CZK 1 285, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

13h 20mAverage duration

672 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Columbus

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
E
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588 100 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 88100 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at CZK 1 285

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

3.5/515 420 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways, Elite

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA, US to Columbus, OH 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 Philadelphia to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Columbus start at CZK 1 285. The average price for this route is around CZK 2 139. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Columbus?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Columbus is 13h 20m, covering a distance of 672 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Columbus at 03:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Columbus?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Columbus produces an estimated 16.7795 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 Philadelphia 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 88097 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Columbus?
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 Philadelphia to Columbus?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia 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.

Best price found

27/08

CZK 1 218

28/08

CZK 1 965

Today

CZK 1 923

30/08

CZK 1 837

31/08

CZK 1 453

01/09

CZK 1 453

02/09

CZK 1 453

03/09

CZK 1 602

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Columbus, OH was searched and found on 27 Aug 2026 with a price of CZK 1 218

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

You can expect to pay from CZK 1 218 to CZK 3 482 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA, US to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 1 453, which is on 2026-08-31.