Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:20 AM EST.
Get from Columbus to Washington
The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Washington?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Washington start from $86. The average price for this route is around $179. 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 Washington?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Washington is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 538 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Washington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Washington at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Washington?
A bus trip from Columbus to Washington generates an estimated 13 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 Washington?
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 Washington?
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 Washington?
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 Washington?
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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $136To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $136 to $284 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $148 which is on 2025-12-29.
