Bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Washington on December 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Union StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:20 AM EST.

Get from Columbus to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
12h 55mAverage Duration
334 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Washington start from $61. The average price for this route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Washington?

    The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Washington is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 334 miles (538 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Columbus to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time 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.

  5. 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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Washington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Columbus to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. 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.

Best price found
12/23
$97
12/24
$127
Today
$103
12/26
No data
12/27
$116
12/28
$116
12/29
$105
12/30
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $97

To 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 $97 to $202 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 $105 which is on 2025-12-29.

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