What is the distance between Lexington and Columbus?

Lexington and Columbus are 157 miles (252 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lexington to Columbus?

If you're headed to Columbus from Lexington, chances are that your bus will depart from Bus Stop Lexington and arrive at Columbus Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Lexington to Columbus from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lexington to Columbus on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:55am	WJW Investments Bus Stop	5h 50m	7:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:45pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	9h 50m	12:35am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures for Lexington to Columbus on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:45pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	9h 50m	12:35am	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
	Bus	1:55am	WJW Investments Bus Stop	5h 50m	7:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	Fastest

Next departures for Lexington to Columbus on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:45pm	WJW Investments Bus Stop	9h 50m	12:35am	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Bus Stop Lexington	4h 20m	12:20pm	Columbus	Fastest
Bus	1:55am	WJW Investments Bus Stop	5h 50m	7:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:46 AM EST.

Get from Lexington to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

153 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Lexington and Columbus?

Stops in Lexington

A
Bus Stop Lexington
1801 Alexandria Dr, Lexington, KY 40504, USA
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B
WJW Investments Bus Stop
477 W New Circle Rd, Lexington, KY 40511
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Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,386 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Greyhound Lexington Columbus recent customer reviews

Unpleasant and rude attitude of driver at Columbus drop-off

Maqsood C.

November 22, 2019

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $122 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

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

What is the distance between Lexington and Columbus?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lexington to Columbus?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/18

No data

11/19

$54

Today

$57

11/21

$72

11/22

$65

11/23

$75

11/24

No data

11/25

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The cheapest trip from Lexington, KY to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $54

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

You can expect to pay from $54 to $135 for a bus ticket from Lexington, KY to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.