Bus from Columbus, OH to Houston, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Columbus to Houston on 8 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Baytown, 6800 Thompson RdCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Houston Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Houston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
100 E Rich St
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
100 E Rich St
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:58 PM EST.

Get from Columbus to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 579, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
1595 kmDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Houston, US 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 Columbus to Houston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Houston start at R 2 579. The average price for this route is around R 3 993. 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 Columbus to Houston?

    The average bus journey time from Columbus to Houston is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1595 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Houston at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

    A bus trip from Columbus to Houston produces an estimated 40 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 Columbus to Houston?

    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 87463 reviews.

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

    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 Columbus to Houston?

    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 Columbus to Houston?

    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
05/01
R 3 417
06/01
R 3 552
Today
R 3 198
08/01
R 3 140
09/01
R 3 199
10/01
R 3 198
11/01
R 2 979
12/01
R 2 811
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Houston, US was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 811

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 811 to R 5 723 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 811, which is on 2026-01-12.

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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