Bus Chicago to Columbus, OH - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Columbus, OH from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 20m	11:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:50 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:30:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
FlixBus	18h 55m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:50 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:55:00 PM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
FlixBus	9h 10m	7:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:10 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 7:00:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Greyhound US	8h 35m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	7:50 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 10:15:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
Greyhound US	16h 25m	11:45 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:10 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$69	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:45:00 PM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 35m	10:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:05 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 10:30:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Greyhound US	9h 50m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	9:05 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 10:15:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
Greyhound US	10h 15m	6:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:15 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:00:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
FlixBus	7h 20m	11:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:50 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:30:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
Greyhound US	8h 35m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	7:50 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 10:15:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH is $40 on 7/21/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Columbus, OH

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Columbus, OH are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Chicago to Columbus, OH. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Chicago and Columbus, OH.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 buses from Chicago to Columbus, OH, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Columbus, OH, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 8 times every day by bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus, OH starting from $40!

Cheapest Bus	$40
Fastest Bus	8h 20m
Earliest Bus	5:45 AM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	276.0 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Columbus, OH

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Columbus, OH: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

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Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

$54

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

$40

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$47

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$58

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$47

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$45

Friday 08/07

$51

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$44

Tuesday 08/11

$44

Wednesday 08/12

$44

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Columbus, OH

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus, OH, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $40, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus, OH, with $40. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $48.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Columbus, OH

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Columbus, OH in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Columbus, OH are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Columbus, OH

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Columbus, OH from our users.

FlixBus from Chicago to Columbus, OH

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Chicago to Columbus, OH:

Cheapest Price	$40
Fastest Bus	8h 20m
Earliest Bus	5:45 AM
Last Bus	7:15 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	6/29/2026

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Columbus, OH

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Columbus, OH.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Greyhound Bus Station

E Town St 111

University

N High St 1739

ABM Public Parking

E Rich Street 100

N Wilson

E Main St & S Lazelle St

E Main St 139

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Columbus, OH? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Columbus, OH? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Columbus, OH bus

How much does a Chicago Columbus, OH bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $40 and takes 8h 20m to reach Columbus, OH. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $40 and $69. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Columbus, OH.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Columbus, OH each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Columbus, OH bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Columbus, OH take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH is offered by FlixBus and takes 8h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

The earliest bus arriving in Columbus, OH from Chicago starts at 5:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Columbus, OH starts at 11:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Columbus, OH route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Columbus, OH?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Columbus, OH by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Columbus, OH bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Columbus, OH bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Columbus, OH bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Columbus, OH on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Columbus, OH

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Columbus, OH

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Columbus, OH. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!