Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | 100 E Rich St | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | 100 E Rich St | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 100 E Rich St | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Get from Columbus to Chicago
The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 68,910, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Chicago?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Chicago start from ARS 68,910. The average price for this route is around ARS 93,344. 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 Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Chicago is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 442 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Chicago at 4:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Chicago?
A bus trip from Columbus to Chicago generates an estimated 11.037825 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 Columbus to Chicago?
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 87570 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Chicago?
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 Columbus to Chicago?
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 Columbus to Chicago?
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.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 8, 2026 with a price of ARS 70,192To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 70,192 to ARS 349,476 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 70,192 which is on 2026-07-08.
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.
