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 New York City recent customer reviews
The bus smelled so bad I couldn't sleep and just got an uber to the airport and bought a flight. L.A.X is easier to navigate then the greyhound stations.
1 out of 5 stars
Scot C.
The driver in the beginning of my trip, made me feel safe and kept me informed about where we were. The 2nd driver from Pittsburgh I think was also great. The third driver on my trip seemed to take long ways and didn't communicate to us at all. The bare minimum. I was very confused as to which stops we were making until we were there,and not clearly. Not a good end to traveling for 15 hrs.
5 out of 5 stars
Cynthia H.
Had to wait from 11 pm to 2:30 am for my second bus, and the monitors said the bus was running late, adding 1 minute every minute to the departure, causing major confusion. Ride was loud, as people talked out loud at 4 am, someone playing a Mexican concert on their phone, and extremely uncomfortable seats. People on the bus were also all very strange, many smelled of weed, grown man I spotted playing with a doll, and many non-bus riders breaking into the station. Food was better than I had expected at the station, such as the burger tasted better than a bigmac. Doable, but not reasonable choice of travel, taking a plane back home.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to New York City start from $61. The average price for this route is around $115. 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 New York City?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to New York City is 15h 40m, covering a distance of 476 miles (768 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to New York City at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to New York City?
A bus trip from Columbus to New York City generates an estimated 19 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 New York City?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to New York City?
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 New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 New York City?
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
12/09
$128
12/10
$95
Today
$154
12/12
$169
12/13
$97
12/14
$81
12/15
$89
12/16
$86
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to New York City was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $81
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 New York City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $81 to $222 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-14.
Usually FlixBus 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.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to New York City was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $81
