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Next departures for Columbus to Philadelphia on August 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Bus	4:00am	100 E Rich St	18h 40m	10:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall
Bus	4:00am	100 E Rich St	16h 35m	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
Bus	4:00am	100 E Rich St	14h 30m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	11h 50m	1:50am	199 Spring Garden St.
Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	11h	8:10am	199 Spring Garden St.

Get from Columbus to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 608, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

13h 50mAverage Duration

413 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Columbus and Philadelphia

Stops in Columbus

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

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
E
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,063 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Columbus Philadelphia recent customer reviews

I’m on the 829 bus and when me and a couple of other passengers were in Pittsburgh we were told when we get off the bus go to gate 3 and then a black bald guy with glasses told everyone that is going to Philadelphia “go to gate 2” so we went but apparently nobody told the bus driver to make a stop in Philadelphia so instead he made a straight through to New York and now the people that is set for Philadelphia is stuck in New York

Nysjah B.

March 7, 2020

The Columbus greyhound station was absolutely disgusting. I didn’t even use the restroom because i couldn’t. Everything else was almost perfect.

Hanna B.

January 27, 2018

Very very unkind staff and misinformed staff. I didn't understand which terminal to be in because it didn't match the ticket. I asked if she'd help me and she proceeded to talk down to me and raised her voice when I expressed confusion. She made me want to cry, and it's disturbing that such rude and negative people are even employable.

Lillie H.

July 19, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/515,189 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA, US 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 Columbus to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Philadelphia start from SEK 608. The average price for this route is around SEK 920. 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 Columbus to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Philadelphia is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 413 miles (666 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Philadelphia at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia generates an estimated 16.63595 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Columbus to Philadelphia?
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 88023 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Columbus to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Columbus to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler 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

08/14

SEK 879

08/15

SEK 704

Today

SEK 850

08/17

SEK 704

08/18

No data

08/19

SEK 665

08/20

SEK 625

08/21

SEK 684

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA, US was searched and found on Aug 20, 2026 with a price of SEK 625

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

You can expect to pay from SEK 625 to SEK 1,299 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 625 which is on 2026-08-20.

Usually FlixBus 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.