How much does a bus ticket from Columbus to Pittsburgh cost?

The bus ticket price from Columbus to Pittsburgh starts at $48. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Columbus to Pittsburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Pittsburgh?

The average travel time between Columbus and Pittsburgh is around 3h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 10m.This is the time it takes to travel the 261 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Columbus and Pittsburgh?

The number of buses from Columbus to Pittsburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Columbus to Pittsburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Columbus to Pittsburgh?

When taking the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Bus Columbus to Pittsburgh from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Pittsburgh on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Columbus to Pittsburgh on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 40m	5:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Pittsburgh on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 40m	5:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Pittsburgh on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 40m	5:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Pittsburgh on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 40m	5:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Pittsburgh on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 40m	5:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Columbus to Pittsburgh on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 40m	5:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	3h 10m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:26 AM EST.

Get from Columbus to Pittsburgh

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

261 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,373 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87373 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 $50

Greyhound Columbus Pittsburgh recent customer reviews

Lady Had Dog I’m Allergic Had Get 9:40am Bus. Driver Keep Driving Off Right Side Road. Hopefully NO Dog On Way Back 11am Bus Sunday Thx Again

Percetia W.

March 8, 2021

Bus was fine. Terminals are FILTHY. there was even a "critter catching cage" in Cleveland I assumed was for catching rats. Bathroom in Cleveland was BEYOND FILTHY.

Mary S.

February 11, 2020

Bus service was okay but the bus itself was not very pleasant the smells on the bus were terrible and quite nauseating especially for a 3-4 hr bus ride with no stops

Rachel B.

February 28, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,321 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Pittsburgh?

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Stops in Pittsburgh

A - Intermodal Station

B - Sennott Square

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Pittsburgh by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Columbus to Pittsburgh cost?
The bus ticket price from Columbus to Pittsburgh starts at $48. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Columbus to Pittsburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Pittsburgh?
The average travel time between Columbus and Pittsburgh is around 3h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 10m.This is the time it takes to travel the 261 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Columbus and Pittsburgh?
The number of buses from Columbus to Pittsburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Columbus to Pittsburgh by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Columbus to Pittsburgh?
When taking the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-13

$75

11-14

$49

Today

$58

11-16

$55

11-17

$55

11-18

$52

11-19

$55

11-20

$59

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $49

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 Pittsburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $49 to $116 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-18.

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.