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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | 199 Spring Garden St. | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | 199 Spring Garden St. | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags |
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Get from Columbus to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 14 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Philadelphia?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Philadelphia
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Philadelphia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Columbus to Philadelphia start from £54. The average price for this route is around £73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Columbus to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Columbus to Philadelphia is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 413 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Philadelphia route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Philadelphia at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia?
A bus journey from Columbus to Philadelphia produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Columbus to Philadelphia?
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 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Columbus to Philadelphia?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Philadelphia?
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.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £58 to £178 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £58, which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually FlixBus 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.
