Bus from Los Angeles, US to Columbus, OH: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Columbus on December 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
100 E Rich StCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Columbus (E Mound St)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
100 E Rich StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
100 E Rich StNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:44 PM PST.

Get from Los Angeles to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $234, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2d 7hAverage Duration
3176 kmDistance
79kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Columbus, OH 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 Los Angeles to Columbus?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Columbus start from $234. The average price for this route is around $421. 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 Los Angeles to Columbus?

    The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Columbus is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 3176 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Columbus route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Columbus?

    The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Columbus at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Columbus?

    A bus trip from Los Angeles to Columbus generates an estimated 79 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Los Angeles 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 87439 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles 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.

Best price found
12-18
$381
12-19
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Today
$437
12-21
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12-22
$391
12-23
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12-24
$328
12-25
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $328

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Columbus, OH, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $328 to $707 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $328 which is on 2025-12-24.

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