Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL Bus
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Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL by bus
The journey from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL by bus is 444.15 km and takes 10 hrs 55 mins. There are 25 connections per day, with the first departure at 4:50 a.m. and the last at 10:05 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $64.25 or as much as $133.77. The best price for this journey is $64.25.
| Lowest Price | $64.25 |
| Journey Duration | 10 hrs 55 mins |
| Connection per Day | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 25 |
| Lowest Price | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound $64.25 |
| Highest Price | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound $133.77 |
| First Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 4:50 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 10:05 p.m. |
| Distance | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 444.15 km |
| Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Columbus, OH |
| Arrival | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Chicago, IL |
| Carriers | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound |
Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL Bus Times
Compare prices and tickets from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL
Best time to book Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL travel
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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL
The cheapest Columbus, OH - Chicago, IL bus tickets can be found for as low as $24.92 if you’re lucky, or $49.75 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $72.69.
Find the best day to travel to Chicago, IL by bus
When travelling to Chicago, IL by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL
Compare services on board when travelling from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL by bus.
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Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
31.09kg
Bus
33.31kg
Flight
88.83kg
Car
71.06kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL is $90.15. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $64.25.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL is $64.25. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Columbus, OH and Chicago, IL by bus?
Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL is 444.15 km.
How long does the bus between Columbus, OH and Chicago, IL take?
Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL is on average 10 hrs 55 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL?
Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL has 25 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL departs at 4:50 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL departs at 10:05 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $64.25 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Columbus, OH to go to Chicago, IL.
What's the fastest journey time between Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Columbus, OH and Chicago, IL is 7 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Columbus, OH and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL creates 33.31kg of CO2 emissions.