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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 Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | 100 E Rich St | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Houston Bus Station | 100 E Rich St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 1:08 AM CST.
Get from Houston to Columbus
The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 963, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Columbus?
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
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Columbus, OH by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Columbus start at R 1 963. The average price for this route is around R 4 647. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Columbus?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Columbus is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1599 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Columbus at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Columbus?
A bus trip from Houston to Columbus produces an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Houston 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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Columbus?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston 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 Houston to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Houston, US to Columbus, OH was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 162To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Columbus, OH as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 162 to R 6 289 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 162, which is on 2025-12-31.
