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Pérez Art Museum Miami
Major contemporary art museum on Biscayne Bay, known for international modern and contemporary exhibitions and striking waterfront architecture.
Cheapest price
$181
Average price
$242
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 34 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
1599 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL will cost around $242 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
It's difficult to get from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL without transferring at least 2 times.
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· Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $111. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, and a flight costs an average of $80.
Distance: 993 miles (1599 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$250 Average price Cheapest | $367 Average price | $250 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 41m Average total duration 28h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL:
A bus is $117 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL costing on average $367 (€302).
Other travel options to Miami, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 28h 11m.
Train takes on average 42h 31m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 46h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 40h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 54h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $259 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 32h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $268 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 34h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 34h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $255 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $203 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 32h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $286 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 32h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 37h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 29h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $203 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 32h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $416 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 42h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 31h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 39h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $305 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 46h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $208 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 44h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $205 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 37h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 39h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $309 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 39h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $163 |
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Buses from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL run on average 13 times per day, taking around 28h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $111 (€91) but you can travel from only $80 (€66) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 993 miles (1599 km) distance in 32h 5m.
Distance 993 miles (1599 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€91) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 32h 5m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Miami, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Columbus, OH to Miami, FL buses use the Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station) to Miami, Airport Intermodal Station station pair, with some services arriving at Miami, Golden Glades Station. Use this guide to compare Columbus, OH and Miami, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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