Bus from Columbus, OH to Lexington, KY: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Lexington on December 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
WJW Investments Bus StopCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
WJW Investments Bus StopFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
WJW Investments Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:52 AM EST.

Get from Columbus to Lexington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
9h 10mAverage Duration
153 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to Lexington, KY 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 Lexington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Lexington start from $54. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 Lexington?

    The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Lexington is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 153 miles (246 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Lexington?

    The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Lexington at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Columbus to Lexington generates an estimated 6 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 Lexington?

    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 Lexington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

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

    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 Lexington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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12/17
$65
12/18
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Today
$101
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12/21
$80
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Lexington, KY was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $65

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 Lexington, KY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $65 to $145 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Lexington, KY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2025-12-21.

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