Bus from Boston, MA, US to Columbus, OH: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Boston to Columbus on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Boston (South Station)
Columbus (E Mound St)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Columbus (E Mound St)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:23 AM EST.

Get from Boston to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 880, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
21h 50mAverage duration
1034 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Columbus, OH by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Columbus?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Columbus start at R 1 880. The average price for this route is around R 2 923. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Boston to Columbus?

    The average bus journey time from Boston to Columbus is 21h 50m, covering a distance of 1034 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Boston to Columbus route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Columbus?

    The earliest bus departs from Boston to Columbus at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Columbus?

    A bus trip from Boston to Columbus produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Boston to Columbus?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Columbus?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston to Columbus?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Columbus?

    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.

Best price found
28/11
R 5 507
29/11
R 6 051
Today
No data
01/12
R 4 806
02/12
R 2 122
03/12
No data
04/12
No data
05/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Columbus, OH was searched and found on 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 122

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 122 to R 6 227 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 122, which is on 2025-12-02.

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.

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