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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | 199 Spring Garden St. | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
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Get from Columbus to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 4 180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 87450 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 180
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, GA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Columbus to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Philadelphia start at R 4 180. The average price for this route is around R 4 863. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Columbus to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Columbus to Philadelphia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1208 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Philadelphia at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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, GA to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 058To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, GA to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 058 to R 4 672 for a bus ticket from Columbus, GA to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 058, which is on 2025-12-28.
