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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | 7581 Old Troy Pike, Huber Hights | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags |
Get from Dayton to Columbus
The journey takes about 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $153, 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 Dayton to Columbus, GA 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 Dayton to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dayton to Columbus start from $153. The average price for this route is around $180. 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 Dayton to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from Dayton to Columbus is 21h 55m, covering a distance of 514 miles (829 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Dayton to Columbus route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dayton to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Dayton to Columbus at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dayton to Columbus?
A bus trip from Dayton to Columbus generates an estimated 21 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 Dayton to Columbus, GA was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $154To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dayton to Columbus, GA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $154 to $173 for a bus ticket from Dayton to Columbus, GA based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $154 which is on 2026-01-03.
