Bus Tickets from Columbus, OH to Pittsburgh, PA

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: 100 E Rich St
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Pittsburgh
    Destination location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Pittsburgh
    Destination location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (Ohio State University)
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Pittsburgh
    Destination location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Pittsburgh
    Destination location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Pittsburgh
    Destination location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Columbus to Pittsburgh: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$43
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 15m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure12:40am
Distance261 km
Latest bus departure9:10pm

Columbus to Pittsburgh Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Columbus to Pittsburgh.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Pittsburgh from Columbus, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Columbus - Pittsburgh

  1. How long is the bus trip from Columbus to Pittsburgh?

    The bus ride from Columbus to Pittsburgh takes 3h 15m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 10m.

  2. How far is Columbus from Pittsburgh?

    It's about 261 km (162 miles) from Columbus to Pittsburgh.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Columbus to Pittsburgh?

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

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Columbus to Pittsburgh?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Columbus to Pittsburgh. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$38, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh?

    Taking the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh costs on average US$43.

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

Best price found
04-21
US$39
04-22
US$36
Today
US$35
04-24
US$36
04-25
US$36
04-26
US$36
04-27
US$36
04-28
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of US$35

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

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$116 for a bus ticket from Columbus to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36 which is on 2025-04-24.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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