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How to get fromColumbus to Paintsvilleby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Columbus to Paintsville by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Columbus to Ashland Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0140
    2. Take the taxi from Ashland Bus Station to Paintsvilletaxi taxi
    3h 34m
    $122–186

  2. Drive 176.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Columbus to Paintsvillecar car 176.5 mi
    3h 41m
    $33–47

  3. Bus, taxi via Chillicothe

    1. Take the bus from Columbus - Mound St to Chillicothebus bus
    2. Take the bus from Chillicothe to Ashlandbus bus
    3. Take the taxi from Ashland to Paintsvilletaxi taxi
    5h 9m
    $121–215

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  • Distance: 176.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Columbus, OH, USA and Paintsville, KY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Columbus to Paintsville. However, you can take the bus to Ashland Bus Station then take the taxi to Paintsville. Alternatively, you can drive from Columbus to Paintsville in around 3h 41m.

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