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Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)
Major contemporary art museum on Biscayne Bay, known for international exhibitions, striking architecture, and bayfront hanging gardens.
Cheapest price
$292
Average price
$297
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 18 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
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 $297 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $292.
Of the 3 buses that leave Columbus, OH for Miami, FL on Wed, May 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 1599 km distance in an average of 1 d 18 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 15 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 2 d 6 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






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 $113. 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 $113, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 993 miles (1599 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$254 Average price Cheapest | $374 Average price | $254 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 $119 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Columbus, OH to Miami, FL costing on average $374 (€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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 33h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 40h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $292 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 54h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $264 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 33h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $291 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 37h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $219 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 37h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 32h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $300 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 37h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 32h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $424 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 42h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 38h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 39h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $311 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 46h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 37h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $269 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 40h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $176 |
The table below shows live departures for Columbus, OH to Miami, FL buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 37h55 | 7:15 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 5:20 AM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 32h15 | 1:35 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 33h30 | 7:15 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 9:45 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 27h50 | 1:35 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 36h45 | 10:30 PM Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 42h40 | 5:40 AM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 11:00 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 34h35 | 9:35 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 2:00 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 38h00 | 4:00 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 4 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 39h40 | 5:40 AM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 46h55 | 4:15 PM Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 46h30 | 3:50 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 4 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 40h25 | 4:15 PM Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL | 3 transfers | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
![]() | 3:50 AM Columbus, OH | 40h25 | 8:15 PM Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Columbus, OH | 54h10 | 10:40 AM Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Columbus, OH | 33h15 | 3:05 PM Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $113 (€91) but you can travel from only $81 (€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 $113 (€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 |
Discover the best of Miami — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Miami trip today.
Major contemporary art museum on Biscayne Bay, known for international exhibitions, striking architecture, and bayfront hanging gardens.
Historic waterfront estate with a European-style villa, decorative arts, and formal gardens; one of Miami's signature cultural attractions.
Popular science museum featuring an aquarium, planetarium, and hands-on exhibits in downtown Miami's Museum Park.
Miami's iconic beachfront district, known for sand, nightlife, people-watching, and classic Art Deco surroundings.
World-famous strip lined with pastel Art Deco buildings, palm views, and nonstop Miami Beach energy.
Street-art-heavy neighborhood zone packed with murals, galleries, and highly shareable photo spots popular with visitors.
Pressed sandwich with roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on Cuban bread. It is one of Miami's signature Cuban staples, especially tied to Little Havana.
Breaded and fried rolls, often filled with ham or chicken béchamel. They are a classic Miami Cuban snack served at ventanitas, bakeries, and cafés across the city.
Shredded beef stewed with tomatoes, peppers, and onions, usually served with rice and plantains. This iconic Cuban dish is deeply woven into Miami's food culture.
Legendary Miami Beach institution famous for stone crab claws, classic seafood, and old-school service in a bustling historic setting.
Popular Design District restaurant with a charming courtyard, strong seafood offerings, and Mediterranean cooking in a stylish, established setting.
Iconic Little Havana restaurant known for Cuban classics, bakery items, and café culture. A reliable place for ropa vieja, Cuban sandwiches, and café cubano.
Miami is pricey for visitors. Hotels, parking, and dining are above average, though casual food and happy-hour deals can help reduce daily costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Tips are expected in most service settings.
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