Bus from Columbus, OH to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Chicago on December 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
100 E Rich St
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
100 E Rich St
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
FlixBusBus
100 E Rich St
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:20 AM EST.

Get from Columbus to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
10h 5mAverage Duration
446 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions

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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Chicago start from $55. The average price for this route is around $92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 446 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Columbus to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Chicago at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Columbus to Chicago generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. 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 87435 reviews.

  7. 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.

  8. 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 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. 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.

Best price found
12-24
$110
12-25
$107
Today
$110
12-27
$103
12-28
$110
12-29
$92
12-30
$92
12-31
$86
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $86

To 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 $86 to $244 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 $86 which is on 2025-12-31.

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.

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