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Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL Bus

from £36.99

What to expect of your trip

Fast, easy, and affordable options from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL

Avg. trip duration

6 hr 50 mins

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Avg. distance

372 miles

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Cheapest trip

From £36.99

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2

Avg. trips a day

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Bus stations and stops in Columbus, OH

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Frequently asked questions

Passengers travelling from Columbus to Chicago by coach are permitted to bring one piece of checked luggage (50x80x30 cm, up to 20 kg) and one hand luggage (30x42x18 cm, up to 7 kg) at no cost. For additional or special luggage, refer to this page. You can bring your bike with FlixBus, subject to availability. Check here for bike prices.
Yes, all FlixBus coaches on the Columbus to Chicago route feature onboard restrooms.
Yes, most of our coaches on the Columbus -Chicago route are equipped with free WiFi.
Every FlixBus coach between Columbus and Chicago is designed to cater to passengers with mobility constraints. We accommodate wheelchairs, folding chairs, and other mobility aids at no extra charge, and all trips welcome service animals to ensure accessible, comfortable travel.
Yes, night coach services run from Columbus to Chicago. Check the timetable and pick the option that works for you!
Yes, weekend bus options are available from Columbus to Chicago. You can depart on Friday and return on Sunday. Check the bus route’s schedule and choose the best trip to suit your plans!
In Columbus, there are 4 coach stops. As for Chicago, it has 3 stops.. You can locate the FlixBus stops on the map above on this page.
There's no requirement for a printed bus ticket for your journey between Columbus and Chicago. After completing your online booking, you'll receive an email containing a PDF with a QR code, which serves as your digital ticket. If you booked via the FlixBus App, your ticket will be saved there. Just present this digital QR code to the driver upon boarding.
The day's last coach departure from Columbus to Chicago is set for 23:50.
The first coach service from Columbus to Chicago is at 04:35.
The route between Columbus and Chicago generally takes about 6 hours 30 minutes by coach and covers approximately 340 miles.
Bus tickets from Columbus to Chicago with FlixBus are available from as low as £36.99.

Bus travel from Columbus to Chicago: everything you need to know

  • Bus ticket price: you can travel between Columbus and Chicago starting from £36.99 (average ticket cost: £39.99).
  • Average duration: the bus journey from Columbus to Chicago lasts approximately 6 hours 30 minutes.
  • Distance covered: the distance between Columbus and Chicago is 340 miles, with some variation depending on the bus route and intermediate stops.
  • Bus schedules Columbus-Chicago: to check departure times of coaches between Columbus and Chicago, select your travel date: you’ll then see all available trip options with their schedules and prices. You can do this using the selector at the top of this page or by using our interactive map.
  • Bus departure frequency: about 3 departures per day.
  • Bus departure and drop off points: in Columbus, there are 4 coach stops. As for Chicago, it has 3 stops.. You can locate the FlixBus stops on the map above on this page.
  • Night buses: night bus services are available to depart Columbus in the evening and arrive at Chicago in total comfort.
  • Weekend trips: with FlixBus, you can depart Columbus on Friday and return on Sunday for a perfect weekend getaway in Chicago.