How long does it take to get to Cleveland from Columbus by bus?

The trip from Columbus to Cleveland will take on average 2h 50m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2h 50m.

What is the distance between Columbus and Cleveland?

The distance between Columbus and Cleveland is around 204 km (127 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Columbus to Cleveland?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Columbus Bus Station, in Columbus, and end it at Greyhound Station, in Cleveland.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Columbus to Cleveland?

If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Cleveland from Columbus; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$27, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

How much is the bus from Columbus to Cleveland?

Taking the bus from Columbus to Cleveland costs on average US$32.

Is it possible to do a day trip from Columbus to Cleveland?

Yes, a day trip from Columbus to Cleveland is definitely doable. You can expect the round-trip to take approximately 5h 40m in total travel time. Before booking, make sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Cleveland.

Columbus (OH) to Cleveland (OH), US Bus Tickets

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from US$31

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 8 at 8:15am
Departure city: Columbus
Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
Arrival time: April 8 at 11:05am
Destination city: Cleveland
Destination location: Cleveland Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 50m

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:23 PM EDT.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Bus Columbus to Cleveland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$32

Average Bus Trip Duration2h 50m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure8:15am

Distance204 km

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Greyhound

3.5/586,901 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Based on 27 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$27.00, with the trip lasting on average 2h50.

Greyhound Columbus Cleveland recent customer reviews

I arrived 45 mins early and was told that the bus would be late, 845am, then told it was stuck in Kentucky and we were left in limbo for hours. Finally we were told a sold out go bus was arriving and we MIGHT be able to get on it. Around 10am. I needed to be in Cleveland by 1pm. I didn't arrive until 1:35pm. Thru no fault of my own. A waste of a trip, my time, and the lyft I took to ensure I got to the greyhound station on time in the first place. I'm literally scared to try to go home.

Dabrianna G.

September 4, 2021

The cleanliness and comfort of the bus was abysmal. As noted, the bus was filthy. The seats are extremely uncomfortable, etc. etc. As a national bus line in the USA, it is an embarrassment. Upgrade and create an ethic for delivering a better product to your customers.

Gerald H.

May 25, 2021

Bought a ticket from Columbus to Cleveland bus was supposed to leave at 3pm and was delayed for 3hrs was suppose to arrived at Cleveland at 5:30pm got to Cleveland at 9pm.

Jorge M.

December 16, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/58,149 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach, OurBus

Columbus to Cleveland Buses

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Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Cleveland?

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Stops in Cleveland

A - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Columbus - Cleveland

How long does it take to get to Cleveland from Columbus by bus?
The trip from Columbus to Cleveland will take on average 2h 50m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2h 50m.
What is the distance between Columbus and Cleveland?
The distance between Columbus and Cleveland is around 204 km (127 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Columbus to Cleveland?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Columbus Bus Station, in Columbus, and end it at Greyhound Station, in Cleveland.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Columbus to Cleveland?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Cleveland from Columbus; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$27, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much is the bus from Columbus to Cleveland?
Taking the bus from Columbus to Cleveland costs on average US$32.
Is it possible to do a day trip from Columbus to Cleveland?
Yes, a day trip from Columbus to Cleveland is definitely doable. You can expect the round-trip to take approximately 5h 40m in total travel time. Before booking, make sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Cleveland.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04-03

US$21

04-04

US$25

Today

US$49

04-06

US$25

04-07

US$23

04-08

US$24

04-09

US$22

04-10

US$23

The cheapest trip from Columbus to Cleveland was searched and found on Apr 3, 2025 with a price of US$21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus to Cleveland, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$49 for a bus ticket from Columbus to Cleveland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-04-09.

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Bus Travel Tips

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