How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Columbus?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Columbus start from $69. The average price for this route is around $144. 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 Washington to Columbus?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Columbus is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 334 miles (538 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Columbus route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Columbus at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Columbus generates an estimated 13 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 Washington 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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington to Columbus from $61 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Columbus on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	20h 15m	4:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	10:20am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	18h 25m	4:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Union Station	11h 15m	4:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:30pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	19h 55m	2:25pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	11:55pm	Union Station	14h 30m	2:25pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Get from Washington to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

15h 15mAverage Duration

334 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Columbus?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Columbus

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,485 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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Washington Columbus recent customer reviews

Did enjoy the ride. Hope to go back to Maryland next week with Greyhound. We got to Columbus, Ohio on time!

Algashim J.

May 15, 2024

Terrible, they said it would be a 10 hour trip, it ended up a 15 hour trip. They wasted 5 hours of my life. The employees were phenomenal though.

Eamon H.

November 16, 2019

On point, No access to wifi

Collins A.

September 14, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,946 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Columbus start from $69. The average price for this route is around $144. 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 Washington to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Columbus is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 334 miles (538 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Columbus at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Columbus?
A bus trip from Washington to Columbus generates an estimated 13 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 Washington 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington, DC, US to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $81

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