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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 $245, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, GA to Philadelphia, PA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $245. The average price for this route is around $285. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Philadelphia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 749 miles (1208 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains 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 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Columbus to Philadelphia generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $238To 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 $238 to $274 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 $238 which is on 2025-12-28.
