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Bus from Lima to Columbus: Journey Information
There are 9 intercity buses per day from Lima to Columbus. Traveling by bus from Lima to Columbus usually takes around 13 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 79 mi (128 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 35m |
| Cheapest price | €13.40 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Lima to Columbus?
Bus tickets for a trip from Lima to Columbus cost €56.96 on average. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than €56.96. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Lima to Columbus?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Lima to Columbus. 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 | 9 | 13h 4m | €62.73 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Lima to Columbus from €13. There are 9 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Lima to Columbus and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Columbus. In Lima, Barons Bus Lines departs to Columbus from Reg Transit Auth - 218 E High St . In Columbus, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Ohio State Student Union and 3 other stations.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Lima to Columbus takes 13 hours and 4 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Columbus in 1 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 8 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Columbus.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Lima to Columbus
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 79 miles from Lima to Columbus. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 35 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Lima to Columbus for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 Columbus, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lima 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 Lima?
Main departure station: Reg Transit Auth - 218 E High St
Most buses depart from the main station in Lima.
All bus stations in Lima:
Reg Transit Auth - 218 E High St
Where does the bus arrive in Columbus?
Main arrival station: Ohio State Student Union
Buses arrive in Columbus at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Columbus:
Ohio State Student Union
Columbus (Airport)
Columbus (E Mound St)
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