Bus from Columbus, OH to Houston, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Houston on March 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
100 E Rich St
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
The Woodlands - Windvale CenterFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Houston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
100 E Rich St
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest FreewayNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Houston Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 8:14 AM EST.

Get from Columbus to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
1d 12hAverage Duration
1595 kmDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Houston, US 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 Houston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Houston start from $161. The average price for this route is around $269. 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 Houston?

    The average bus travel time from Columbus to Houston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1595 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Houston at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Columbus to Houston generates an estimated 40 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 Houston?

    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 87524 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Houston?

    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 Houston?

    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 Houston?

    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
02-26
$458
02-27
$231
Today
$373
03-01
$243
03-02
$195
03-03
$271
03-04
$272
03-05
$231
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Houston, US was searched and found on Mar 2, 2026 with a price of $195

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $195 to $466 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $195 which is on 2026-03-02.

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