Bus Columbus, OH to Washington, DC: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

from $76

tomorrow

from $98

Sunday

from $97

Monday

from $90

Tuesday

from $78

Wednesday

Thursday

from $82

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 45m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/1/2025 4:00:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/1/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
Greyhound US	17h 0m	7:50 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	12:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/1/2025 7:50:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m
FlixBus	11h 45m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/1/2025 4:00:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/1/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
Greyhound US	15h 5m	12:40 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/1/2025 12:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/1/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Greyhound US	12h 30m	2:00 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	2:30 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$84	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/1/2025 2:00:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 2:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	15h 5m	12:40 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/2/2025 12:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Greyhound US	12h 30m	2:00 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	2:30 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/2/2025 2:00:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 2:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
FlixBus	11h 45m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/2/2025 4:00:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
Greyhound US	17h 0m	7:50 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	12:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$105	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/2/2025 7:50:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m
FlixBus	21h 40m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:40 AM	Washington, DC	Dupont Circle Station	Economy	$137	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/2/2025 4:00:00 AM to Dupont Circle Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 1:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $137 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 45m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$97	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/3/2025 4:00:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
Greyhound US	17h 0m	7:50 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	12:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/3/2025 7:50:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/4/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m
Greyhound US	15h 5m	12:40 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$101	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/3/2025 12:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
FlixBus	11h 45m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$101	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/3/2025 4:00:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	21h 40m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:40 AM	Washington, DC	Dupont Circle Station	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/3/2025 4:00:00 AM to Dupont Circle Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/4/2025 1:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  4:00 AM
  
  Columbus, OH
  ABM Public Parking
  
  7:40 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $41
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/5/2025 4:00:00 AM to Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) arriving at 8/5/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
- Busbud
  
  7h 15m
  
  0
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  3:45 PM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $39
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) at 8/5/2025 8:30:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/5/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	15h 5m	12:40 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$90	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/4/2025 12:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/4/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Greyhound US	17h 0m	7:50 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	12:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/4/2025 7:50:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/5/2025 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m
Greyhound US	17h 10m	9:10 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	2:20 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/4/2025 9:10:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/5/2025 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m
FlixBus	11h 45m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/4/2025 4:00:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/4/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	21h 40m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:40 AM	Washington, DC	Dupont Circle Station	Economy	$138	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/4/2025 4:00:00 AM to Dupont Circle Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/5/2025 1:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  4:00 AM
  
  Columbus, OH
  ABM Public Parking
  
  7:40 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $41
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/5/2025 4:00:00 AM to Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) arriving at 8/5/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
- Busbud
  
  7h 15m
  
  0
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  3:45 PM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $39
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) at 8/5/2025 8:30:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/5/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	21h 40m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:40 AM	Washington, DC	Dupont Circle Station		Economy	$78	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/5/2025 4:00:00 AM to Dupont Circle Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/6/2025 1:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m
	FlixBus	11h 45m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station		Economy	$78	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/5/2025 4:00:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/5/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	11h 45m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	3:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station		Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/7/2025 4:00:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/7/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
	FlixBus	21h 40m	4:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:40 AM	Washington, DC	Dupont Circle Station		Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 8/7/2025 4:00:00 AM to Dupont Circle Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/8/2025 1:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC

See here how frequent the connections between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 20 buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 5 times every day by bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC starting from $76!

Cheapest Bus	$76
Fastest Bus	11h 45m
Earliest Bus	12:40 AM
Latest Bus	4:00 AM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	328.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Columbus, OH for Washington, DC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/01/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/27

Monday 07/28

Tuesday 07/29

Wednesday 07/30

Thursday 07/31

Friday 08/01

$76

Saturday 08/02

$98

Sunday 08/03

$96

Monday 08/04

$90

Tuesday 08/05

$78

Wednesday 08/06

Thursday 08/07

$77

Friday 08/08

$84

Saturday 08/09

$84

Sunday 08/10

Monday 08/11

Tuesday 08/12

Wednesday 08/13

Thursday 08/14

Friday 08/15

Saturday 08/16

Sunday 08/17

Monday 08/18

Tuesday 08/19

Wednesday 08/20

Thursday 08/21

Friday 08/22

Saturday 08/23

The cheapest time to travel from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $76, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $98.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, with $76. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $101.

How to save money travelling from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

These are the most booked bus companies between Columbus, OH to Washington, DC from our users.

FlixBus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Columbus, OH to Washington, DC:

Cheapest Price	$76
Fastest Bus	11h 45m
Earliest Bus	4:00 AM
Last Bus	4:00 AM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	7/29/2025

All bus stations and stops in Columbus, OH and Washington, DC

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Columbus, OH and Washington, DC.

Greyhound Bus Station

E Town St 111

University

N High St 1739

N Wilson

ABM Public Parking

E Rich Street 100

E Main St & S Lazelle St

E Main St 139

Union Station

Massachusetts Avenue Northeast 50

Dupont Circle Station

20th St. NW 1525

Armory Metro

19th St SE

Metro Center

11th St NW 663

L'Enfant Plaza outside McDonald's

C Street SW DC 400 C Street SW, Washington, DC 400

Service and Comfort on the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC? Or which bus companies serve the route Columbus, OH to Washington, DC? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Columbus, OH to Washington, DC bus

How much does a Columbus, OH Washington, DC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $76 and takes 11h 45m to reach Washington, DC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $76 and $138. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Washington, DC.

On average, how many connections are available from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC each day?

Every day, the Columbus, OH to Washington, DC bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC take?

The fastest bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC is offered by FlixBus and takes 11h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $80. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC?

The earliest bus arriving in Washington, DC from Columbus, OH starts at 12:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC?

The latest bus trip departing from Columbus, OH for Washington, DC starts at 4:00 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Columbus, OH Washington, DC route?

When traveling by bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC?

You can check all the direct connections between Columbus, OH and Washington, DC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Columbus, OH to Washington, DC bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Columbus, OH Washington, DC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Columbus, OH Washington, DC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Columbus, OH to Washington, DC on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Columbus, OH to Washington, DC

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Columbus, OH and to Washington, DC

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Columbus, OH and to Washington, DC. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!