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Trip Overview

The average bus between Northwestern University and Ohio State University takes 13h 9m and the fastest bus takes 9h 45m. The bus service runs several times per day from Northwestern University to Ohio State University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 9m
Duration
386 mi
Distance
$76
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Northwestern University to Ohio State University bus times

Buses run twice daily between Northwestern University and Ohio State University. The earliest departure is at 9:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northwestern University is at 8:19 PM which arrives into Ohio State University at 5:32 PM. All services require a transfer at Sheridan & Foster and take an average of 13h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA9h 46m • 4 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA12h 8m • 4 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA20h 12m • 4 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA9h 46m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA11h 57m • 4 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA20h 19m • 4 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA9h 45m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA11h 5m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA21h 6m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA9h 46m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA12h 8m • 4 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Flixbus USACOTA9h 46m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northwestern University to Ohio State University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Northwestern University to Ohio State University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 386.3 mi
  • Duration: 13h 9m

What companies run services between Northwestern University, IL, USA and Ohio State University, Franklin County, OH, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago to Columbus 6 times a week. Tickets cost $55–85 and the journey takes 7h.

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