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Cheapest price | $27.00 |
Shortest Duration | 7h 25m |
Trips per day | 20 |
Bus lines | 3 |
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Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $32.17 was the low point for bus fares from Columbus to Chicago. Buses from Chicago to Columbus are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $32.17 could be considered a great deal.
The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 9 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $31.98 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
The bus usually takes around 12 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 276 miles (444 kilometers) from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 25 minutes. The trip is definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable on the bus. It's a good idea to bring water and snacks.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Chicago at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Columbus to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 bus lines from Columbus, Ohio to Chicago, Illinois. With 10 daily trips, Miller Transportation usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Barons Bus Lines | 4 | 8h 10m | $35.53 |
Greyhound | 7 | 10h 32m | $50.91 |
Miller Transportation | 10 | 14h 24m | $53.25 |
Buses to Chicago leave from multiple locations in Columbus, Ohio. These are the 3 most popular bus stations:
Buses arrive in Chicago at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with. These are the main bus stations in Chicago, Illinois:
Overall score for buses from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL
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