Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Columbus on October 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	3:40am	100 E Rich St	CheapestFastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 10m	5:10pm	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 45m	8:40pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 15m	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 20m	7:50pm	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h	12:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	8h 35m	7:50pm	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	3:40am	100 E Rich St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:00 PM CDT.

Get from Chicago to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just THB 1,590, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

11h 10mAverage Duration

442 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Columbus

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,210 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 11 reviews, Greyhound was rated 2.2 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at THB 1,590, with the trip lasting on average 11 hours 15 minutes.

Greyhound Chicago Columbus recent customer reviews

Horrible I was supposed to get on my bus and I was informed there was no seats they resechduled my bus for 8 hours later with no place for me to stay

Grace R.

October 9, 2021

I was on time for my bus and never showed up I was stuck at the bus station for over 9 hours I had to buy a new ticket to get to Columbus Ohio from Chicago

Rebecca B.

October 23, 2019

The first portion of the trip from Chicago to Indianapolis went fine but during my layover the bus from Indianapolis to Columbus was late and didn’t depart till nearly 45min after the ticketed departure time. While the driver will blame it on two passengers that were arguing, this encounter lasted maybe all of 10minutes. We weren’t boarded until almost 830 so he was still responsible for nearly a 40 min delay.

Kevin B.

November 25, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/516,094 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Columbus, OH by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus start from THB 1,590. The average price for this route is around THB 2,072. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Columbus?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Columbus is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 442 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Columbus at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Columbus?
A bus trip from Chicago to Columbus generates an estimated 11.027849999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Columbus?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 88182 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Columbus?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10-04

THB 2,514

10-05

THB 1,998

Today

THB 2,497

10-07

THB 1,998

10-08

THB 1,791

10-09

THB 2,101

10-10

THB 2,032

10-11

THB 2,445

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Oct 8, 2026 with a price of THB 1,791

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus, OH, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from THB 1,791 to THB 4,185 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 1,791 which is on 2026-10-08.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.