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How to get to Columbus by bus
| Routes | 138 |
| Trips per day | 520 |
| bus lines | 5 |
| Stations | 7 |
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About Columbus
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 bus station is located on E Town St., and it offers intercity bus trips to Cleveland, Chicago, New York and many other cities. The Columbus Union Station was the first union station ever built, and it’s served by Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited and Capitol Limited train lines. 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
The Bus Terminal at 111 E Town St is Columbus’ hub for intercity bus service on a variety of carriers including Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Miller Transportation, Barons Bus Lines, and Amtrak Thruway. Conveniently located in downtown Columbus, the station’s area features several parking lots, hotels, and fast food restaurants. The waiting area within the station building includes restrooms, vending machines, and even arcade-style games if you’re prone to boredom while waiting for the bus. From this station, you can travel to destinations including Cincinnati, Chicago, and New York.
Popular bus stations in Columbus:
Columbus (E Mound St)
100 E Rich St
Columbus (E Mound St)
Columbus (Airport)
845 N Wilson Rd
La Plz Tapatia #302
Ohio State University - Moritz Law Library
What bus companies travel to Columbus, Ohio?
Located in Ohio, Columbus is accessible by bus from 138 other cities. You can choose from 520 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Columbus on Wanderu. Greyhound usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Columbus are also available.
Bus companies serving Columbus
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 261 | 1d 1h 18m | HRK 1,067.54 |
| Greyhound | 104 | 15h 28m | HRK 585.40 |
| Barons Bus Lines | 84 | 8h 43m | HRK 357.85 |
| Tornado Bus | 62 | 21h 31m | HRK 1,719.30 |
| OurBus | 5 | 5h 23m | HRK 593.69 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Columbus?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Columbus by bus with Barons Bus Lines giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Barons Bus Lines had the most comfortable bus service to Columbus taking into account the seats and amenities that Barons Bus Lines offers. They rate Barons Bus Lines a 4.6 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Columbus punctually, travelers suggest that Barons Bus Lines has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Columbus, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
HRK 32.66 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Columbus, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Columbus. In the last month, buses from Mt Gilead to Columbus had the lowest average price at HRK 32.66. In general, these cities tend to have the cheapest buses to Columbus:
The busiest bus station in Columbus is Columbus (E Mound St). There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Columbus are:
- Columbus (E Mound St)
- 100 E Rich St
- Columbus (E Mound St)
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17h 17m | HRK 884.93 |
| Chicago | 11h 42m | HRK 490.24 |
| Athens | 2h 47m | HRK 65.31 |
| Indianapolis | 9h 2m | HRK 406.18 |
| Philadelphia | 14h 26m | HRK 676.51 |
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