What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH is to bus via Columbus - Mound St which costs $35 - $85 and takes 8h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH is to subway and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $85 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Columbus, OH?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Columbus. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

The distance between Chicago and Columbus, OH is 304 miles. The road distance is 311.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Columbus, OH without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH without a car is to bus which takes 7h 23m and costs $55 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Columbus, OH bus from?

Chicago to Columbus, OH bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

The best way to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH is to bus which takes 7h 23m and costs $55 - $95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $550 - $950 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Chicago to Columbus, OH bus arrive?

Chicago to Columbus, OH bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Columbus station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Columbus, OH?

Columbus, OH is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 10:29 AM in Chicago and 11:29 AM in Columbus, OH.

Can I drive from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Columbus, OH is 312 miles. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Chicago to Columbus, OH.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Columbus, OH?

Book your Chicago to Columbus, OH bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Columbus, OH?

There are 500+ hotels available in Columbus, OH.

Chicago to Columbus, OH - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Columbus, OH by subway, plane, bus (Flixbus), train, bus, or car

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Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane MDW - CMH
4h 5m
$88–585
Bus via Columbus - Mound St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Columbus - Mound Stbus Chicago
8h 40m
$35–85
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Columbusbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
7h 23m
$55–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Toledotrain Floridian / ...
2. Take the bus from Toledo to Columbus - Mound Stbus Detroit
7h 54m
$98–198
Drive 309.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Columbus, OHcar 309.9 mi
6h 18m
$57–82
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane ORD - CMH
4h 34m
$554–935

Chicago to Columbus, OH by bus and foot (Flixbus)

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7h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 301.9 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Columbus, OH, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Columbus twice daily. Tickets cost $55–95 and the journey takes 7h 20m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) hourly.

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