Find coaches from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA

Next departures

Next departures from Columbus to Philadelphia on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Columbus (E Mound St)
199 Spring Garden St.Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Columbus (E Mound St)
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
100 E Rich St
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus
100 E Rich St
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Columbus (E Mound St)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

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Get from Columbus to Philadelphia

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The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
14h 30mAverage duration
670 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$95
Average bus trip duration14h 30m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance669 km
Latest bus departure21:10

Columbus to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Columbus, OH - Philadelphia, PA

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Columbus to Philadelphia cost?

    The bus ticket price from Columbus to Philadelphia starts at US$51. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Columbus to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    The average travel time between Columbus and Philadelphia is around 14h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 669 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Columbus and Philadelphia?

    The number of buses from Columbus to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    When taking the bus from Columbus to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
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29/10
US$62
Today
US$64
31/10
US$66
01/11
US$64
02/11
US$68
03/11
US$64
04/11
US$62
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$62

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$62 to US$199 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 US$62, which is on 2025-11-04.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Columbus and Philadelphia!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Columbus to Philadelphia, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Columbus to Philadelphia will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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