How far is Columbus from Austin?

The distance between the two cities is 1066 miles (1719 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Columbus to Austin?

Most of the buses traveling from Columbus to Austin leave from Columbus Bus Station and arrive at Greyhound Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Columbus to Austin from $290 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Columbus to Austin on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	100 E Rich St	1d 23h	8:25am	Austin South Congress	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	2:30pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 19h	8:45am	Downtown Austin	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:30pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 18h	8:25am	Austin South Congress	No tags
	Bus	2:30pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 8h	10:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 22h	7:15pm	Austin South Congress	No tags

Get from Columbus to Austin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

1064 milesDistance

43kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,4 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $305 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

FlixBus

3.5/511,367 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Austin?

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Stops in Austin

A - Greyhound Station

B - Airport Blvd

C - Brazos St

D - Ben White Bd & I-35

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to Austin, TX, US by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$290

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The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $290

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 Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $290 to $310 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $290 which is on 2025-11-19.