What is the cheapest way to get from Ohio to California?

The cheapest way to get from Ohio to California is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ohio to California?

The fastest way to get from Ohio to California is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ohio and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Ohio to California. However, there are services departing from Columbus and arriving at Third At Rt 51 Overpass - Elizabeth Park And Ride via East Busway + Penn Station C and Smithfield St At Fifth Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Ohio to California?

The distance between Ohio and California is 216 miles. The road distance is 182.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ohio to California without a car?

The best way to get from Ohio to California without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 17m and costs $90 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Ohio to California?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Ohio to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ohio to California bus from?

Ohio to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbus station.

Where does the Ohio to California bus arrive?

Ohio to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Can I drive from Ohio to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Ohio to California is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Ohio to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 27+ hotels available in California.

Ohio to California - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ohio to California by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Californiataxi
4h 17m
$94–128
Drive 181.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbus to Californiacar 181.1 mi
3h 11m
$33–48
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0421
6h 18m
$68–102

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Distance: 214.7 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Ohio, USA and California, Washington County, PA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $27–55 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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