Previously seen trips

Next departures for Columbus to Lafayette on July 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:30am	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 10m	2:40pm	Lafayette Bus Stop
	Bus	9:45am	100 E Rich St	4h 55m	2:40pm	Lafayette Bus Stop
	Bus	2:30pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	6h 45m	9:15pm	Lafayette Bus Stop
	Bus	10:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	8h 25m	6:30am	Lafayette Bus Stop
	Bus	11:30pm	100 E Rich St	4h 55m	4:25am	Lafayette Bus Stop

Get from Columbus to Lafayette

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 60,184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

6h 45mAverage Duration

208 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Columbus and Lafayette

Stops in Columbus

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

Stops in Lafayette

A
CityBus Center
N 3rd St & North St (Corner), Lafayette, IN 47901

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/513,093 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,588 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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 Columbus Lafayette recent customer reviews

Really poor. Delayed bus by 2 hours and missed the transfer bus. And they made no effort to compensate in any way.

Likhita V.

December 13, 2022

overall good

Chandra Sekhar K.

November 28, 2022

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to Lafayette, IN 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 Columbus to Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Lafayette start from ARS 60,184. The average price for this route is around ARS 72,497. 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 Columbus to Lafayette?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Lafayette is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 208 miles (336 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Lafayette at 4:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Columbus to Lafayette generates an estimated 8.381125 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 Columbus to Lafayette?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 13066 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Lafayette?
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 Columbus to Lafayette?
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 Columbus to Lafayette?
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.

Best price found

07/26

ARS 67,624

07/27

ARS 53,789

Today

ARS 70,699

07/29

ARS 70,699

07/30

No data

07/31

ARS 53,005

08/01

No data

08/02

No data

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Lafayette, IN was searched and found on Jul 31, 2026 with a price of ARS 53,005

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

You can expect to pay from ARS 53,005 to ARS 172,142 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Lafayette, IN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 53,005 which is on 2026-07-31.