How much is the bus ticket from State College to Columbus?

The cheapest bus tickets from State College to Columbus start from $55. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 State College to Columbus?

The average bus trip duration from State College to Columbus is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 277 miles (447 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the State College to Columbus route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from State College to Columbus?

The earliest bus departs from State College to Columbus at 10:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from State College to Columbus?

A bus trip from State College to Columbus generates an estimated 11 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 State College to Columbus?

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 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from State College to Columbus?

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 State College to Columbus?

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 State College to Columbus?

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.

Bus State College to Columbus from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for State College to Columbus on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:25pm	State College Bus Station	9h	10:25pm	Columbus Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	State College Bus Station	9h 20m	4:55am	Columbus Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	State College Bus Station	9h 10m	4:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	State College Bus Station	9h 10m	4:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:40am	State College Arpt (E)	11h 20m	10:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Get from State College to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 55mAverage Duration

277 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in State College and Columbus?

Stops in State College

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State College Bus Station
445-459 Railroad Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
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Stops in Columbus

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Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,438 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,638 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from State College to Columbus, OH 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 State College to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from State College to Columbus start from $55. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 State College to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from State College to Columbus is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 277 miles (447 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the State College to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from State College to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from State College to Columbus at 10:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from State College to Columbus?
A bus trip from State College to Columbus generates an estimated 11 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 State College to Columbus?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from State College to Columbus?
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 State College to Columbus?
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 State College to Columbus?
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.

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The cheapest trip from State College to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $50

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from State College to Columbus, OH, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $50 to $89 for a bus ticket from State College to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-19.