Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Downtown Gray & Smith | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 100 E Rich St | Downtown Gray & Smith | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:34 AM EST.
Get from Columbus to Houston
The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $215, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Houston?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Houston, US 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 Columbus to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Houston start from $215. The average price for this route is around $343. 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 Columbus to Houston?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Houston is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1573 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Houston route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Houston at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Houston?
A bus trip from Columbus to Houston generates an estimated 39 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 Columbus to Houston?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Houston?
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 Columbus to Houston?
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 Columbus to Houston?
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 Columbus, OH to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $215To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Houston, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $215 to $669 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $215 which is on 2025-12-26.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
