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Compare all timetables for the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $71
tomorrow
from $73
Wednesday
from $98
Thursday
from $81
Friday
from $90
Saturday
from $88
Sunday
from $92

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $71
  • Greyhound US
    12h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $74
  • Greyhound US
    18h 30m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    3:40 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $74
  • Greyhound US
    21h 35m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $75
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $75

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    12:40 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $73
  • Greyhound US
    12h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $73
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $75
  • Greyhound US
    18h 30m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    3:40 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $83

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $98
  • Did you know that if you travel from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 45m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Columbus, OH
      ABM Public Parking
      7:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • Busbud
      7h 15m
      0
      8:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      3:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $19

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $81
  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    12:40 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $82
  • Greyhound US
    21h 35m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $82
  • Greyhound US
    12h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $91

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $90
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    4:20 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $90
  • Did you know that if you travel from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 45m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Columbus, OH
      ABM Public Parking
      7:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • Busbud
      7h 15m
      0
      8:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      3:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $88
  • Did you know that if you travel from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 45m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Columbus, OH
      ABM Public Parking
      7:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • Busbud
      7h 15m
      0
      8:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      3:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $92
  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    12:40 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $93
  • Greyhound US
    17h 10m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    2:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $110
  • Greyhound US
    12h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $115
  • Did you know that if you travel from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 45m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Columbus, OH
      ABM Public Parking
      7:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • Busbud
      7h 15m
      0
      8:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      3:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $13

Frequency of bus connections between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC

See here how frequent the connections between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 16 buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC starting from $71!

Cheapest Bus $71
Fastest Bus 11h 25m
Earliest Bus 12:40 AM
Latest Bus 9:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 328.2 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Columbus, OH for Washington, DC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/19/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/18
Monday 05/19
$71
Tuesday 05/20
$73
Wednesday 05/21
$72
Thursday 05/22
$81
Friday 05/23
$81
Saturday 05/24
$88
Sunday 05/25
$92
Monday 05/26
$88
Tuesday 05/27
Wednesday 05/28
Thursday 05/29
Friday 05/30
Saturday 05/31
$61
Sunday 06/01
Monday 06/02
Tuesday 06/03
Wednesday 06/04
Thursday 06/05
Friday 06/06
Saturday 06/07
Sunday 06/08
Monday 06/09
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 06/11
Thursday 06/12
Friday 06/13
Saturday 06/14

The cheapest time to travel from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $71, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $97.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, with $71. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $74.

How to save money travelling from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

These are the most booked bus companies between Columbus, OH to Washington, DC from our users.

Greyhound US from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Columbus, OH to Washington, DC:

Cheapest Price $73
Fastest Bus 12h 30m
Earliest Bus 12:40 AM
Last Bus 9:10 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 5/17/2025

All bus stations and stops in Columbus, OH and Washington, DC

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Columbus, OH and Washington, DC.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC? Or which bus companies serve the route Columbus, OH to Washington, DC? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Columbus, OH to Washington, DC bus

How much does a Columbus, OH Washington, DC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $71 and takes 11h 45m to reach Washington, DC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $71 and $130. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Washington, DC.

On average, how many connections are available from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC each day?

Every day, the Columbus, OH to Washington, DC bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC take?

The fastest bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC is offered by FlixBus and takes 11h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $90. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC?

The earliest bus arriving in Washington, DC from Columbus, OH starts at 12:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC?

The latest bus trip departing from Columbus, OH for Washington, DC starts at 9:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Columbus, OH Washington, DC route?

When traveling by bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC?

You can check all the direct connections between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Columbus, OH to Washington, DC bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Columbus, OH Washington, DC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Columbus, OH Washington, DC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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