How far is Columbus from Chicago by coach?

The distance between Chicago and Columbus by coach is approximately 276 miles (445 km).

Is there a way to reach Columbus from Chicago without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Chicago to Columbus from £32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Columbus on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 20m	19:50	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	03:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	03:40	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	00:35	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	07:45	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Columbus on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 20m	19:50	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	03:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	03:40	100 E Rich St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 35m	21:05	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	00:35	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Columbus on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 25m	00:35	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	03:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	03:40	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 25m	21:05	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	07:45	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Columbus on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 20m	19:50	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	03:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	03:40	100 E Rich St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 35m	21:05	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	00:35	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Columbus on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	03:40	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	03:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 20m	19:50	100 E Rich St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 35m	21:05	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	00:35	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Columbus on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	03:40	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	03:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 20m	19:50	100 E Rich St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 35m	21:05	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	00:35	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Columbus on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 20m	19:50	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	03:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	03:40	100 E Rich St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 35m	21:05	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	00:35	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Columbus on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	03:40	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h	03:40	100 E Rich St	Fastest
	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 20m	19:50	100 E Rich St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 35m	21:05	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	00:35	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 04:02 CST.

Get from Chicago to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

9h 35mAverage duration

271 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,349 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,378 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 11 reviews, Greyhound was rated 2.2 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £34, with the trip lasting on average 569.

Greyhound Chicago Columbus recent customer reviews

Horrible I was supposed to get on my bus and I was informed there was no seats they resechduled my bus for 8 hours later with no place for me to stay

Grace R.

9 October 2021

I was on time for my bus and never showed up I was stuck at the bus station for over 9 hours I had to buy a new ticket to get to Columbus Ohio from Chicago

Rebecca B.

23 October 2019

The first portion of the trip from Chicago to Indianapolis went fine but during my layover the bus from Indianapolis to Columbus was late and didn’t depart till nearly 45min after the ticketed departure time. While the driver will blame it on two passengers that were arguing, this encounter lasted maybe all of 10minutes. We weren’t boarded until almost 830 so he was still responsible for nearly a 40 min delay.

Kevin B.

25 November 2017

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

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Columbus?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

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

How far is Columbus from Chicago by coach?
The distance between Chicago and Columbus by coach is approximately 276 miles (445 km).
Is there a way to reach Columbus from Chicago without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/11

£53

16/11

£56

Today

£49

18/11

£42

19/11

£42

20/11

£40

21/11

£48

22/11

£48

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Columbus, OH was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £40

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

You can expect to pay from £40 to £89 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-11-20.

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.