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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Columbus to Michigan City. Traveling by bus from Columbus to Michigan City usually takes around 14 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 237 mi (381 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $78.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Columbus to Michigan City?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbus to Michigan City. Barons Bus Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 2 | 14h 8m | $96.90 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Michigan City from $78. There are 2 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Michigan City and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Michigan City. In Columbus, Barons Bus Lines departs to Michigan City from Columbus and one other station. In Michigan City, Barons Bus Lines arrives at 4073 S Franklin St .
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Michigan City takes 14 hours and 8 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Michigan City in 6 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Michigan City.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 237 miles from Columbus to Michigan City. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 40 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Michigan City. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Michigan City, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00am. To see the times for all buses from Columbus to Michigan City, 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 Columbus?
Main departure station: Columbus
Columbus has two bus stations with service to Michigan City.
All bus stations in Columbus:
Columbus
Ohio State University
Where does the bus arrive in Michigan City?
Main arrival station: 4073 S Franklin St
All buses from Columbus arrive at one main station in Michigan City.
All bus stations in Michigan City:
4073 S Franklin St
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