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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Get from Columbus to Chicago
The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 87410 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $160
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, GA 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 $160. The average price for this route is around $262. 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 20h 20m, covering a distance of 1059 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Chicago at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Chicago?
A bus trip from Columbus to Chicago generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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, GA to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $292To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, GA to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $292 to $578 for a bus ticket from Columbus, GA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $292 which is on 2025-12-02.
