How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Columbus?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Columbus start from $72. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Philadelphia to Columbus?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Columbus is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 415 miles (669 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Columbus route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Columbus?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Columbus at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Columbus?

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Columbus generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia 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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Columbus?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Columbus?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia 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.

Bus Philadelphia to Columbus from $60 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Columbus on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	17h 55m	2:25pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 25m	2:25pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	Fastest

Next departures for Philadelphia to Columbus on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 30m	2:25pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 20m	11:20pm	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 15m	4:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	18h 20m	11:20pm	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	17h 55m	2:25pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:26 AM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

15h 20mAverage Duration

415 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Columbus?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Greyhound Philadelphia Columbus recent customer reviews

It was freezing o. The bus and the driver was very sarcastic and uncaring or sympathetic to the passengers. I now have a cold from riding in that bus with no heat.

Khory E.

February 4, 2019

The seats were not semi reclining as advertised so I could not rest during my overnight trip. Besides, the lady at the ticket counter who told me to weigh the bags checked my ticket and gave it back but did not tell me that they would put a baggage claim ticket to the bags. As it was my first time taking Greyhound I did not know that as well. The man loading them did not notice them as well. It is only after I reached Columbus and I could not find the baggage and I checked with the driver did I remember seeing my baggage outside the bus (no.1683) at Pittsburgh where there was a 2 hour stop. When I mentioned this to the driver he told me that usually the bags with no baggage claim ticket will be unloaded from the bus. I hope to retrieve the bag when I go to Pittsburgh bus station tomorrow if it is still there as the driver suggested.

Jyothirmayi K.

December 23, 2018

Very terrible

Nyankun W.

March 23, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,473 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Columbus, OH 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 Philadelphia to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Columbus start from $72. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Philadelphia to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Columbus is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 415 miles (669 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Columbus at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Columbus?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Columbus generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Columbus?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia 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

11/27

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11/28

$95

Today

$175

11/30

$217

12/01

$137

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $95

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

You can expect to pay from $95 to $358 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $137 which is on 2025-12-01.