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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, GA (Bus Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Get from Columbus to Chicago
The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, GA to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Chicago start from $157. The average price for this route is around $214. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Chicago is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 657 miles (1059 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Chicago at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Chicago?
A bus trip from Columbus to Chicago generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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, GA to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 23, 2026 with a price of $204To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, GA to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $204 to $260 for a bus ticket from Columbus, GA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $216 which is on 2026-02-24.
