Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
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| Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Ruston (Tech Mart) | ||||
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| Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Ruston (Tech Mart) | ||||
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| Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Ruston (Tech Mart) |
Get from Columbus to Ruston
The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, GA to Ruston 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 Ruston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Ruston start from PEN 306. The average price for this route is around PEN 309. 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 Ruston?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Ruston is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 450 miles (725 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Ruston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Ruston?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Ruston at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Ruston?
A bus trip from Columbus to Ruston generates an estimated 18.1092 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, GA to Ruston was searched and found on Sep 22, 2026 with a price of PEN 281To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, GA to Ruston, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 281 to PEN 305 for a bus ticket from Columbus, GA to Ruston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 281 which is on 2026-09-22.
