What is the distance between Washington and Columbus?

The distance between the two cities is 327 miles (527 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Columbus?

If you're headed to Columbus from Washington, chances are that your bus will depart from Union Station and arrive at Columbus Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Washington to Columbus from $83 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Washington to Columbus on September 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:00am	Union Station	15h 25m	10:25pm	Columbus Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	20h 25m	4:55am	Columbus Bus Station	No tags
	5:30pm	Union Station	11h 25m	4:55am	Columbus Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	6:30pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	19h 55m	2:25pm	Columbus Bus Station	No tags
	11:15pm	Union Station	15h 10m	2:25pm	Columbus Bus Station	No tags

Bus Washington, DC, US to Columbus, OH: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$103

Average bus trip duration15h 20m

Number of daily buses13

Earliest bus departure12:40am

Distance334 miles (538 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,280 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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 Lines, Inc. Washington Columbus recent customer reviews

Did enjoy the ride. Hope to go back to Maryland next week with Greyhound. We got to Columbus, Ohio on time!

Algashim J.

May 15, 2024

Terrible, they said it would be a 10 hour trip, it ended up a 15 hour trip. They wasted 5 hours of my life. The employees were phenomenal though.

Eamon H.

November 16, 2019

On point, No access to wifi

Collins A.

September 14, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/510,694 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

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Where are the popular stops in Washington and Columbus?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

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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 Washington and Columbus!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Washington to Columbus.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Washington to Columbus.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Washington to Columbus while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Columbus, OH

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Bus Washington, DC, US to Columbus, OH: Trip Overview

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Greyhound Lines, Inc. Washington Columbus recent customer reviews

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