Bus San Diego to Columbus, OH: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from San Diego to Columbus, OH

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

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$163

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$146

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Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	56h 0m	1:35 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	12:35 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$163	A Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 1:35:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 0m
FlixBus	56h 25m	1:10 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	12:35 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$163	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 1:10:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 25m
FlixBus	60h 10m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	12:35 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$165	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:25:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $165 per person are available. Travel duration is 60h 10m
Greyhound US	66h 15m	7:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	5:10 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$165	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 7:55:00 PM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $165 per person are available. Travel duration is 66h 15m
Greyhound US	56h 15m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	9:05 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$175	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:50:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $175 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	59h 5m	1:35 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	3:40 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$146	A Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 1:35:00 PM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $146 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 5m
FlixBus	59h 30m	1:10 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	3:40 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$148	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 1:10:00 PM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 30m
FlixBus	63h 15m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	3:40 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$150	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:25:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $150 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 15m
Greyhound US	56h 50m	7:55 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	7:45 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$181	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 7:55:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 50m
Greyhound US	56h 15m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	9:05 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$185	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:50:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $185 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 15m

Frequency of bus connections between San Diego and Columbus, OH

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

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from San Diego to Columbus, OH. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between San Diego and Columbus, OH.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 16 buses from San Diego to Columbus, OH, while Evening sees the fewest connections between San Diego and Columbus, OH, with 4 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/8/2026 costs just $135, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from San Diego to Columbus, OH

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 14 times every day by bus from San Diego to Columbus, OH in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Diego to Columbus, OH starting from $135!

Cheapest Bus	$135
Fastest Bus	58h 0m
Earliest Bus	7:35 AM
Latest Bus	7:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	1,953.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from San Diego to Columbus, OH

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Diego 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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Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

$163

Wednesday 07/29

$172

Thursday 07/30

$146

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$140

Sunday 08/02

$141

Monday 08/03

$147

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

$182

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$137

Saturday 08/08

$135

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$139

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from San Diego to Columbus, OH

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

With a price starting from $146, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Diego to Columbus, OH. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $163.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Diego to Columbus, OH, with $146. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $165.

How to save money travelling from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Columbus, OH are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in San Diego and Columbus, OH

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

Old Town Transit Center

Congress Street 2727

San Ysidro Transit Center

E San Ysidro Blvd 723

Santa Fe Depot

Kettner Blvd 1050

Seaport Village

W Harbor Dr 789

Downtown

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 San Diego to Columbus, OH

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

FAQs about the San Diego to Columbus, OH bus

How much does a San Diego Columbus, OH bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $135 and takes 62h 5m to reach Columbus, OH. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $135 and $207. 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 San Diego to Columbus, OH each day?

Every day, the San Diego to Columbus, OH bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Diego to Columbus, OH is offered by Greyhound US and takes 58h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $176. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Columbus, OH from San Diego starts at 7:35 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 San Diego to Columbus, OH?

The latest bus trip departing from San Diego for Columbus, OH starts at 7:55 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 San Diego Columbus, OH route?

When traveling by bus from San Diego 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 San Diego and Columbus, OH?

You can check all the direct connections between San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Columbus, OH on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to San Diego and to Columbus, OH

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