How much does a bus ticket from Columbus to Washington cost?

The bus ticket price from Columbus to Washington starts at R 855. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Columbus to Washington 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!

How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Washington?

The average travel time between Columbus and Washington is around 12h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 527 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Columbus and Washington?

The number of buses from Columbus to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Columbus to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Columbus to Washington?

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

Bus Columbus to Washington from R 1 080 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Columbus to Washington on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	Columbus (E Mound St)	15h 10m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Cheapest
	Bus	21:10	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 35m	06:45	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures from Columbus to Washington on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	17h 25m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	21:10	Columbus (E Mound St)	9h 35m	06:45	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:45	100 E Rich St	12h	15:45	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	00:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	10h 50m	11:30	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:45	100 E Rich St	13h 5m	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	12h 55m	02:55	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	16h 10m	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	00:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	13h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:13 PM EST.

Get from Columbus to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 855, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

12h 55mAverage duration

528 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87370 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 855

Greyhound Columbus Washington recent customer reviews

Greyhound is a decent transportation service; it's no their fault that they have delays. I wish the federal government can invest more money in public transportation, especially in areas outside the Northeast Corridor

Michael O.

31 May 2021

The bus drivers were great but the buses were disgusting

Oummu B.

22 August 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Washington?

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Columbus to Washington cost?
The bus ticket price from Columbus to Washington starts at R 855. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Columbus to Washington 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!
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Washington?
The average travel time between Columbus and Washington is around 12h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 527 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Columbus and Washington?
The number of buses from Columbus to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Columbus to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Columbus to Washington?
When taking the bus from Columbus to Washington, 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

10/11

R 1 142

11/11

R 1 142

Today

R 1 809

13/11

R 1 186

14/11

R 1 353

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No data

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17/11

R 1 080

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 080

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 080 to R 1 985 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 080, which is on 2025-11-17.