How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Columbus?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Columbus start from $166. The average price for this route is around $298. 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 Los Angeles to Columbus?

The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Columbus is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1969 miles (3176 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Columbus route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Columbus?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Columbus at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Columbus?

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Columbus generates an estimated 79 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Columbus?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Columbus?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Columbus?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Columbus?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Los Angeles to Columbus from $137 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Columbus on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 5h	7:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Columbus on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 9h	3:40am	100 E Rich St	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 3h	12:35am	Columbus (E Mound St)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 3h	7:50pm	100 E Rich St	No tags
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 5h	9:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	3:40am	100 E Rich St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:56 PM PST.

Get from Los Angeles to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

2d 7hAverage Duration

1969 milesDistance

79kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Columbus?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
Visit page
D
Los Angeles International Airport
Visit page
E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Stops in Columbus

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,439 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,641 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Columbus, OH 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 Los Angeles to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Columbus start from $166. The average price for this route is around $298. 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 Los Angeles to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Columbus is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1969 miles (3176 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Columbus at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Columbus?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Columbus generates an estimated 79 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Columbus?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Columbus?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Columbus?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

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12/17

$241

Today

$269

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12/20

$309

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $241

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

You can expect to pay from $241 to $500 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $309 which is on 2025-12-20.