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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Newark Penn Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Newark Penn Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Newark Penn Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:40 PM EST.
Get from Newark to Columbus
The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Newark and Columbus?
Stops in Newark
- A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Columbus, OH 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 Newark to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Columbus start from $114. The average price for this route is around $195. 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 Newark to Columbus?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Columbus is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 753 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Columbus at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Columbus?
A bus trip from Newark to Columbus generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Columbus?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4417 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Columbus?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $114To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Columbus, OH, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $114 to $239 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $114 which is on 2025-12-11.
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.
