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TodayApr 25
from $155
TomorrowApr 26
from $92
SatApr 27
from $73
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Columbus
    Destination location: Columbus Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $155
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Columbus
    Destination location: Columbus Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $159
Bus Newark to Columbus: Trip Overview

Bus Newark to Columbus: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$104
Average bus trip duration15h 10m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure12:20 AM
Distance472 miles (761 km)
Latest bus departure11:10 PM

Newark to Columbus Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures4
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:20AM - 11:10PM
Minimum Price$60
Average Ticket Price$104
Minimum Trip Duration12h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration15h10m
Distance472 miles (761 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Newark - Columbus

The bus is the best choice to get to Columbus without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from Newark to Columbus takes around 15h 10m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 12h 15m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 468 miles (754 km) that separate the two cities.

About 468 miles (754 km) separate Newark and Columbus.

You can choose from 4 travel times and travel with Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Newark to Columbus may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Newark to Columbus as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 12:20 AM and ending at 11:10 PM.

If you're headed to Columbus from Newark, chances are that your bus will leave from Penn Station and arrive at Columbus Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. With prices starting at $73, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Newark to Columbus is $104. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $73 and $262, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Newark to Columbus. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Newark and Columbus!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Newark to Columbus, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Newark to Columbus that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Newark to Columbus.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Columbus to Newark

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