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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Columbus
The journey takes about 21 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $213, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Columbus, GA 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 Chicago to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus start from $213. The average price for this route is around $283. 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 Chicago to Columbus?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Columbus is 21h 50m, covering a distance of 1077 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Columbus route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Columbus at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Columbus?
A bus trip from Chicago to Columbus generates an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Columbus?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Chicago 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Columbus, GA was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $190To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Columbus, GA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $190 to $311 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $190 which is on 2026-01-17.
