Chicago to Columbus Bus

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Chicago to Columbus Route Summary

Chicago to Columbus bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 2 daily bus departures available, including %countNightTrains% night trains. The earliest bus departs from Chicago bus station at 11:30h, arriving at Columbus bus station at 18:50h the same day. While latest bus departs at 19:40h, arriving at 02:55h the following day.
Departure station and country Chicago, USA (United States)
Arrival station and country Columbus, USA (United States)
Travel Distance 356 mi
Average Trip Duration 07h 27min
Total Departures 2
Popular Operators FlixBus
Lowest Price $42
Transportation Options Bus


Getting from Chicago and Columbus by bus

The shortest travel distance between Chicago and Columbus is 356 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 19:40 has a travel time of 07:15h. The longest travel time on the route is 07:40h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Columbus earlier, there are 2 night buses from Chicago to Columbus. The overnight buses depart between and 19:40 and arrive at 02:55 the same day. Since the travel time between the two stations is 05:36, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can see some of them below.

Bus companies operating the Chicago to Columbus route

FlixBus is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 1318 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.

7.1 FlixBus

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Chicago or Columbus bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
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  Chicago

You can see information about the departure station and stops Chicago here

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  Columbus

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Columbus here


Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $42 (One-Way) or $84 (Return).

Travel reviews for Chicago to Columbus bus

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Over 1318 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Chicago to Columbus. The average rating is 0. You can read the users' review of the bus company below. These reviews were originally written under our old names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry — it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.
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