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Bus San Diego to Columbus: Trip Overview

Bus San Diego to Columbus: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$213
Average bus trip duration2d 10h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure6:10 AM
Distance1948 miles (3141 km)
Latest bus departure7:35 PM

San Diego to Columbus Buses

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Diego to Columbus.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Diego to Columbus.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from San Diego to Columbus, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:10AM - 7:35PM
Minimum Price$142
Average Ticket Price$213
Minimum Trip Duration2d7h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d10h
Distance1948 miles (3141 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego - Columbus

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Columbus without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

On average, the trip from San Diego to Columbus takes around 2d 10h, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 2d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1951 miles (3147 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating San Diego and Columbus is 1951 miles (3147 km).

About 13 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from San Diego to Columbus may vary. Simplify your trip from San Diego to Columbus by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 6:10 AM and 7:35 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from San Diego to Columbus start their journey at San Ysidro McDonald's and wind up at Columbus Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $142.

You can expect to pay around $213 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $142 and $472, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from San Diego 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Diego to Columbus but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Diego to Columbus.

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 San Diego to Columbus that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Diego to Columbus, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from Columbus to San Diego

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