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Columbus to Parkersburg Bus Schedule

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Bus from Columbus to Parkersburg: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity buses per day from Columbus to Parkersburg. Traveling by bus from Columbus to Parkersburg usually takes around 4 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 45 minutes.

	Distance	90 mi (145 km)
	Shortest duration	2h 45m
	Cheapest price	CZK 421.76
	Trips per day	2
	Most frequent service	Barons Bus Lines
	Bus lines	1

How much is a bus ticket from Columbus to Parkersburg?

Bus tickets for a trip from Columbus to Parkersburg cost CZK 1,173.98 on average. Tickets cheaper than CZK 1,173.98 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly avg. prices

If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Parkersburg, mark your calendar for August. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just CZK 759. However, taking the bus from Columbus to Parkersburg during January is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of CZK 1,455. The best way to find deals on a trip in January is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What bus companies travel from Columbus to Parkersburg?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbus to Parkersburg. Barons Bus Lines 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
Barons Bus Lines	5	4h 56m	CZK 1,189.37

Book Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Parkersburg from CZK 422. There are 5 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Parkersburg and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Parkersburg. In Columbus, Barons Bus Lines departs to Parkersburg from 845 N Wilson Rd and 2 other stations. In Parkersburg, Barons Bus Lines arrives at 573 Point Dr .
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Parkersburg takes 4 hours and 56 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Parkersburg in 2 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Parkersburg.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Columbus to Parkersburg

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 90 miles from Columbus to Parkersburg. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

Because many passengers travel from Columbus to Parkersburg at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Columbus to Parkersburg, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Columbus to Parkersburg every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

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: 845 N Wilson Rd

Buses to Parkersburg leave from 3 stations in Columbus.

All bus stations in Columbus:

845 N Wilson Rd
Columbus (E Mound St)
Columbus (Airport)

Where does the bus arrive in Parkersburg?

Main arrival station: 573 Point Dr

All buses from Columbus arrive at one main station in Parkersburg.

All bus stations in Parkersburg:

573 Point Dr

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