How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Columbus cost?

The bus ticket price from New York City to Columbus starts at US$78. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Columbus is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from New York City to Columbus?

The average travel time between New York City and Columbus is around 15h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 768 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Columbus?

The number of buses from New York City to Columbus can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Columbus by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New York City to Columbus?

When taking the bus from New York City to Columbus, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Columbus?

Buses travelling between New York City and Columbus leave from Chinatown or GW Bridge and arrive at Columbus Bus Station.

Bus New York City to Columbus from US$70 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from New York City to Columbus on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	23h 21m	23:20	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	13h 5m	04:45	Columbus (E Mound St)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:50	New York Port Authority	1d	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags
	15:10	New York Port Authority	13h 35m	04:45	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	15h 25m	14:25	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Columbus on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:50	New York Port Authority	1d	23:20	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	12h 35m	23:20	100 E Rich St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	14h 50m	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags
	01:35	New York Port Authority	12h 50m	14:25	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	10:00	Chinatown	13h 20m	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Columbus on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	05:50	GW Bridge	17h 30m	23:20	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	12h 35m	23:20	100 E Rich St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	14h 50m	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags
	01:35	New York Port Authority	12h 50m	14:25	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	10:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	12h 50m	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Columbus on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:30	New York Port Authority	13h 30m	22:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	12h 35m	23:20	100 E Rich St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	14h 50m	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags
	01:35	New York Port Authority	12h 50m	14:25	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
	10:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	12h 50m	23:20	100 E Rich St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:06 AM EDT.

Get from New York City to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

15h 25mAverage duration

768 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Columbus, OH: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$123

Average bus trip duration15h 25m

Number of daily buses30

Earliest bus departure01:30

Distance768 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 348 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 31 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$78

Greyhound New York City Columbus recent customer reviews

Both drivers were extremely nasty with people. The first one got into an altercation with a car driver because he almost hit him. The driver was spitting and coughing all the way to Pittsburgh and he was falling asleep many times. It was a scary ride. The second driver, a lady, was very angry and nasty all the time and clearly a racist against White people. She would demand White people to hang up their phone calls but when non-White were screaming on their phone calls, she never said anything to them. The trip was ok, the drivers not at all. They should be fired.

Diego Luis P.

31 August 2023

The worst traveling experience I’ve ever had in my life. I will never use Greyhound again.

Virginia V.

8 July 2022

I was impressed for the staff specially the drives. I really appreciated for making us safe.

Sonia T.

31 May 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 170 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11170 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. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$80

FlixBus New York City Columbus recent customer reviews

strengthen security because yesterday there was a family who was on the edge with a weapon but fortunately someone reported it and the police intervened and the two individuals were arrested by the New Jersey state police and the shower which is in the bus there must be water inside to wash your hands after use otherwise the comfort is good 👍🏽

Thierno B.

24 July 2025

New York Trailways

4/54 410 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

New York City to Columbus Bus

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Where are the popular stops in New York City and Columbus?

Stops in New York City

A - Chinatown

B - GW Bridge

C - New York Port Authority

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Columbus, OH

How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Columbus cost?
The bus ticket price from New York City to Columbus starts at US$78. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Columbus is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from New York City to Columbus?
The average travel time between New York City and Columbus is around 15h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 768 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Columbus?
The number of buses from New York City to Columbus can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Columbus by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New York City to Columbus?
When taking the bus from New York City to Columbus, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Columbus?
Buses travelling between New York City and Columbus leave from Chinatown or GW Bridge and arrive at Columbus Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/11

US$140

02/11

US$151

Today

US$136

04/11

US$104

05/11

US$92

06/11

US$97

07/11

US$100

08/11

US$96

The cheapest trip from New York City to Columbus, OH was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$92

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

You can expect to pay from US$92 to US$200 for a bus ticket from New York City to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$92, which is on 2025-11-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York City and Columbus!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York City to Columbus, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York City to Columbus that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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