What is the travel distance from Columbus to Lexington?

The distance between the two cities is 157 miles (252 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Columbus to Lexington start their journey at Columbus Bus Station and wind up at WJW Investments Bus Stop. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Columbus to Lexington from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Columbus to Lexington on November 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:45am	100 E Rich St	5h 15m	3:00pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	5:30am	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 30m	3:00pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	No tags
	2:30pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 10m	11:40pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Lexington on November 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:45am	100 E Rich St	5h 15m	3:00pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	Cheapest
	10:40am	Columbus	2h 20m	1:00pm	Bus Stop Lexington	Fastest
	5:30am	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 30m	3:00pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	No tags
	2:30pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 10m	11:40pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Lexington on November 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:30am	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 30m	3:00pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	Cheapest
		2:30pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 10m	11:40pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	Fastest

Next departures for Columbus to Lexington on November 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:30am	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 30m	3:00pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	Cheapest
	10:40am	Columbus	2h 20m	1:00pm	Bus Stop Lexington	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:45am	100 E Rich St	5h 15m	3:00pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	No tags
	2:30pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 10m	11:40pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:42 AM EST.

Get from Columbus to Lexington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

153 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,358 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.

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,1 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 $122 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

3.5/511,228 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.

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

Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Lexington?

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Stops in Lexington

A - WJW Investments Bus Stop

B - Bus Stop Lexington

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

What is the travel distance from Columbus to Lexington?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/06

$71

11/07

$69

Today

No data

11/09

$93

11/10

$60

11/11

$53

11/12

$55

11/13

No data

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Lexington, KY was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $53

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 Lexington, KY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $53 to $115 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Lexington, KY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-11-11.

Usually Tornado Bus 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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