Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Chicago on October 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:30pm	100 E Rich St	7h 40m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:30pm	100 E Rich St	7h 10m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	100 E Rich St	7h 30m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	10h 30m	2:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:20am	Columbus (E Mound St)	11h 55m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:00am	100 E Rich St	8h 55m	6:55pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:50am	Columbus (E Mound St)	13h 15m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:00am	100 E Rich St	13h 30m	11:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:22 PM EDT.

Get from Columbus to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 45,859, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

10h 5mAverage Duration

274 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Columbus and Chicago

Stops in Columbus

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

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,201 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

Greyhound Columbus Chicago recent customer reviews

Horrible delays, with no apologies or acknowledgement from the staff whatsoever. Borderline rude and aggressive staff. Never taking Greyhound again

Joshua S.

July 21, 2019

Seats were not properly maintained, overall it was a good experience. They strict the timings they promise that's a big plus.

Parag M.

September 3, 2016

Not good

Ganesh C.

April 17, 2021

FlixBus

3.5/516,051 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

FlixBus Columbus Chicago recent customer reviews

Narrow seats were “fairly” comfortable. The driver was helpful, courteous & very professional. The in-board movies were a definite plus.

Cal H.

July 8, 2024

The address they put in en gos left me at a university. I was at the exact point all the time and the bus never passed. I would like to recover the money for the other return ticket since I could not attend the trip

Marfre Nahomy Y.

September 6, 2023

The trip was good and nice

Mohamed M.

September 8, 2024

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to Chicago by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Chicago start from CLP 45,859. The average price for this route is around CLP 64,142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Chicago is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 274 miles (442 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Chicago at 4:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Chicago?
A bus trip from Columbus to Chicago generates an estimated 11.032575000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Columbus to Chicago?
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 88168 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Columbus to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Columbus to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler 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

10/02

CLP 97,497

10/03

CLP 61,948

Today

CLP 72,105

10/05

CLP 48,744

10/06

CLP 64,985

10/07

CLP 44,681

10/08

CLP 51,791

10/09

CLP 82,759

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 7, 2026 with a price of CLP 44,681

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 Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CLP 44,681 to CLP 179,758 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 44,681 which is on 2026-10-07.

Usually Greyhound 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.