Bus Philadelphia to Columbus, OH: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$87

tomorrow

$51

Thursday

Friday

$66

Saturday

Sunday

$73

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	17h 20m	6:00 AM	Philadelphia	Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street	11:20 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$87	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/24/2026 6:00:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m
Greyhound US	14h 20m	9:00 AM	Philadelphia	Convention Center	11:20 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$87	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Convention Center, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/24/2026 9:00:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 20m
FlixBus	14h 50m	8:30 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	11:20 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$87	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/24/2026 8:30:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	11h 40m	12:05 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	11:45 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$51	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/25/2026 12:05:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/25/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Greyhound US	11h 15m	5:30 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	4:45 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$51	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/25/2026 5:30:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/26/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Greyhound US	10h 30m	3:55 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	2:25 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/25/2026 3:55:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/25/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
FlixBus	18h 45m	5:00 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	11:45 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$83	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/25/2026 5:00:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/25/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
FlixBus	15h 0m	1:45 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	4:45 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$83	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/25/2026 1:45:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/26/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	11h 40m	12:05 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	11:45 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$66	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/27/2026 12:05:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/27/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Greyhound US	11h 15m	5:30 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	4:45 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$66	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/27/2026 5:30:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/28/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Greyhound US	10h 30m	3:55 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	2:25 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/27/2026 3:55:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/27/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
FlixBus	16h 25m	10:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	2:25 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/27/2026 10:00:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/28/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
FlixBus	13h 30m	10:15 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	11:45 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/27/2026 10:15:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/27/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	17h 45m	6:00 AM	Philadelphia	IRS Building	11:45 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$73	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from IRS Building, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/29/2026 6:00:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/29/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	18h 25m	8:00 PM	Philadelphia	IRS Building	2:25 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$73	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from IRS Building, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/29/2026 8:00:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/30/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
Greyhound US	14h 20m	9:00 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	11:20 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	Economy	$73	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/29/2026 9:00:00 AM to ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/29/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 20m
FlixBus	14h 15m	2:15 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	4:30 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/29/2026 2:15:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/30/2026 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
FlixBus	16h 25m	10:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	2:25 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	Economy	$74	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 3/29/2026 10:00:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 3/30/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH is $47 on 3/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Philadelphia and Columbus, OH

See here how frequent the connections between Philadelphia and Columbus, OH are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 13 daily buses from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Philadelphia and Columbus, OH.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 16 buses from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH, while Night sees the fewest connections between Philadelphia and Columbus, OH, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 10 times every day by bus from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH in one click! Book your bus ticket from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH starting from $47!

Cheapest Bus	$47
Fastest Bus	10h 30m
Earliest Bus	6:00 AM
Latest Bus	10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	10 Ø
Distance	413.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH

Every day, 10 buses from 2 bus companies leave Philadelphia for Columbus, OH: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 03/22

Monday 03/23

Tuesday 03/24

$47

Wednesday 03/25

$51

Thursday 03/26

Friday 03/27

$66

Saturday 03/28

Sunday 03/29

$73

Monday 03/30

Tuesday 03/31

$66

Wednesday 04/01

Thursday 04/02

$76

Friday 04/03

Saturday 04/04

$69

Sunday 04/05

$75

Monday 04/06

$62

Tuesday 04/07

$60

Wednesday 04/08

$59

Thursday 04/09

$64

Friday 04/10

$68

Saturday 04/11

$62

Sunday 04/12

$70

Monday 04/13

$60

Tuesday 04/14

$59

Wednesday 04/15

$62

Thursday 04/16

$68

Friday 04/17

$70

Saturday 04/18

The cheapest time to travel from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $47, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $68.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH, with $47. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $73.

How to save money travelling from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH

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 Philadelphia to Columbus, OH 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 Philadelphia to Columbus, OH, 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 Philadelphia to Columbus, OH are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH

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

Greyhound US from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH

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

Cheapest Price	$51
Fastest Bus	10h 30m
Earliest Bus	6:00 AM
Last Bus	8:30 PM
Daily Connections	7 Ø
Found on	2/27/2026

All bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Columbus, OH

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

Central Bus Station

Filbert St 1001

Market St

Spring Garden St Station

Spring Garden St & 2nd St

JFK & Broad

John F Kennedy Blvd 1401

30th Street Station

Market St 2955

Greyhound Bus Station

E Town St 111

University

N High St 1739

ABM Public Parking

E Rich Street 100

N Wilson

E Main St & S Lazelle St

E Main St 139

Service and Comfort on the bus from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH

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

FAQs about the Philadelphia to Columbus, OH bus

How much does a Philadelphia Columbus, OH bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $47 and takes 11h 40m to reach Columbus, OH. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $47 and $87. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Columbus, OH.

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

Every day, the Philadelphia to Columbus, OH bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH is offered by Greyhound US and takes 10h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $56. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Columbus, OH from Philadelphia starts at 6:00 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 Philadelphia to Columbus, OH?

The latest bus trip departing from Philadelphia for Columbus, OH starts at 10:00 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 Philadelphia Columbus, OH route?

When traveling by bus from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH, 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 Philadelphia and Columbus, OH?

You can check all the direct connections between Philadelphia and Columbus, OH 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 Philadelphia to Columbus, OH 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 Philadelphia Columbus, OH 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 Philadelphia Columbus, OH 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 Philadelphia to Columbus, OH on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Philadelphia to Columbus, OH?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Philadelphia and to Columbus, OH

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Philadelphia and to Columbus, OH. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!