Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | 100 E Rich St | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | 100 E Rich St | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | 100 E Rich St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | 100 E Rich St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Columbus
The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 810, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Columbus
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus start from R 810. The average price for this route is around R 1 093. 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 Chicago to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Columbus is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 274 miles (442 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Columbus route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Columbus at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Columbus?
A bus trip from Chicago to Columbus generates an estimated 11.02845 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 Chicago 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 87585 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago 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 Chicago to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Jul 30, 2026 with a price of R 773To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus, OH, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 773 to R 2 507 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 773 which is on 2026-07-30.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
