Cheap coach tickets from Nashville to Columbus

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Coach from Nashville to Columbus: Journey Information

There are 9 intercity coaches per day from Nashville to Columbus. Travelling by coach from Nashville to Columbus usually takes around 13 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance
333 mi (537 km)
Shortest duration
6h 30m
Cheapest price
£33.42
Trips per day
9
Most frequent service
Greyhound
Coach lines
3

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How much is a coach ticket from Nashville to Columbus?

Coach tickets for a trip from Nashville to Columbus cost about £48 when you book at the cheapest time, 16 days ahead. While it’s a bit pricey for a coach ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Nashville to Columbus by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Nashville to Columbus in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £54 to £81. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 11 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Columbus this week, coach tickets are available starting at £55.

Average coach ticket prices from Nashville to Columbus by month

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Taking the coach from Nashville to Columbus is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only £53. If you're planning to take the coach from Nashville to Columbus during June, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £74. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 16 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £42.86 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Nashville to Columbus?

There are 3 coach lines from Nashville to Columbus available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 7 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US213h 45m£73.25
Greyhound713h 13m£64.93
Tornado Bus16h 30m£130.56
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Nashville to Columbus, and the average ticket for this route costs only £73.25.

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  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 7 coach trips from Nashville to Columbus every day, with the average journey taking around 13 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Columbus usually start from £33.42.

    Passengers boarding a Greyhound with their cheap bus tickets, ready for a comfortable and budget-friendly trip - WanderuA Greyhound bus parked, waiting for passengers with cheap bus tickets ready to travel - WanderuComfortable seating inside a Greyhound, perfect for those traveling with cheap bus tickets who want to make the most of their journey - WanderuA passenger using the power outlets available on Greyhound to access their affordable bus ticket digitally - WanderuA passenger uses Greyhound's onboard wifi to enjoy their intercity bus trip - WanderuA bus awaits passengers who have bought cheap Greyhound tickets - Wanderu
  • Tornado Bus is a Texan coach company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their coach service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their coaches offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, toilets, and power sockets.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Nashville to Columbus

There are 9 scheduled coaches that travel from Nashville to Columbus every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

9

Direct trips

2

The coach takes an average of 13 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 333 miles from Nashville to Columbus. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

333

Distance (km)

537

The first coach leaves at 0:05 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Nashville to Columbus, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:05am

Latest coach

10:00pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Nashville to Columbus for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Nashville

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Nashville may be the capital of the state of Tennessee, but it’s actually much more famous as the country music capital of the world. If you are a fan of country music, or music in general, Nashville is a must-visit destination. Here you can visit several one-of-a-kind museums dedicated to the genre and attend amazing live performances every day at pretty much every bar or venue across town.

There are two places that you absolutely must visit while you’re in town: the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum (for obvious reasons), and the legendary Grand Ole Opry House, known as country’s most famous stage. Once you get those out of the way, head over to Broadway and snatch yourself a pair of cowboy boots before embarking on a tour of the many bars and restaurants that make up Nashville’s most famous street.

And if you’re looking to escape the country-ness of it all, you might want to head over to East Nashville where you will find hip new restaurants and bars full of young and artistic crowds. It’s definitely worth checking out the area, if only for the several Insta-ready murals you will find there.

While there is no Amtrak train service that goes to Nashville, there are several coach carriers that serve the city and the main coach station is located very conveniently downtown, not too far from all the hustle and bustle of Music City. The Nashville International Airport is located on the outskirts of the city, but there is a direct coach transit service that will take you from there all the way to the heart of town.

Columbus

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Brimming with life and cultural events, Columbus is the affordable destination of your dreams! Featuring a budding art scene, Columbus attracts art lovers through the exhibitions at the Columbus Museum of Arts where children and adults alike can indulge in thought-provoking artworks. Fans of sports should not miss out on a baseball game at Huntington Park, which offers reasonably-priced tickets; it is also rarely crowded. For those who simply want to stroll about, the German Village offers a quaint and scenic view rarely seen elsewhere.

As the sun goes down, dig deeper into the German heritage of Columbus by enjoying a traditional schnitzel dish at the Schmidt's Restaurant and Sausage Haus. When you are looking for a quick snack, Bodega serves some of the best sandwiches in town, and there are up to 47 varieties of craft beers for you to choose from.

Columbus’ busiest coach station is located on E Town St., and it offers intercity coach trips to Cleveland, Chicago, New York and many other cities. Columbus has had no passenger trains since 1979, when its Union Station was demolished, so the nearest Amtrak trains, such as the Lake Shore Limited and the Capitol Limited, stop in other Ohio cities. The local airport, the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, is located on the east side of the city, 6 miles east of Downtown. It provides access to 31 other airports.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Nashville?

Main departure station: Greyhound: Bus Station

The primary coach station in Nashville is in the heart of the SoBro (“South of Broadway”) neighbourhood, surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and music venues. From this station, you can catch Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Miller Transportation, and Amtrak Thruway coaches offering trips to destinations throughout the United States. To make travelling stress-free, this station is open 24 hours a day and includes toilets, vending machines, and charging stations for your phone.

All coach stations in Nashville:

  • Greyhound: Bus Station
  • 4031 Nolensville Pike

Where does the coach arrive in Columbus?

Main arrival station: Columbus (E Mound St)

Coaches arrive in Columbus at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in Columbus:

  • Columbus (E Mound St)
  • 100 E Rich St
  • La Plz Tapatia #302

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