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Springfield to Columbus Bus Schedule
Bus from Springfield to Columbus: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Springfield to Columbus. Traveling by bus from Springfield to Columbus usually takes around 18 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 14 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 587 mi (945 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $106.46 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Springfield to Columbus?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Springfield to Columbus. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 18h 45m | $153.78 |
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 performs about 4 bus trips from Springfield to Columbus every day, with the average journey taking around 18 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Columbus usually start from $106.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Springfield to Columbus
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 44 minutes to cover the 587 miles from Springfield to Columbus. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Springfield to Columbus, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
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
Where does the bus leave from in Springfield?
Main departure station: Springfield (Arna's Food Mart), MO
Most buses depart from the main station in Springfield.
All bus stations in Springfield:
Springfield (Arna's Food Mart), MO
Where does the bus arrive in Columbus?
Main arrival station: 100 E Rich St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Columbus.
All bus stations in Columbus:
100 E Rich St
Columbus (E Mound St)
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