Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MO: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Philadelphia to Columbia on December 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Cherry Hill Mall
Midway Truck Plaza Bus StopNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Schuylkill & Walnut
Midway Truck Plaza Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Philadelphia (Logan Square)
Midway Truck Plaza Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Philadelphia (Logan Square)
Columbia Wabash StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Columbia Wabash StationNo tags

Get from Philadelphia to Columbia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
1d 8hAverage Duration
1497 kmDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MO 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 Philadelphia to Columbia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Columbia start from $191. The average price for this route is around $383. 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 Philadelphia to Columbia?

    The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Columbia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1497 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Columbia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Columbia?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Columbia at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Columbia?

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Columbia generates an estimated 37 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.

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12-27
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12-28
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12-30
$181
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MO was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $181

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MO, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $181 to $209 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $181 which is on 2025-12-30.

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