The cheapest and fastest buses from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN 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 West Lafayette, IN will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 1 buses that leave Columbus, OH for West Lafayette, IN on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 336 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus for Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €339.
Distance: 208 miles (336 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €339 Average price |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:45 AM Columbus, OH | 4h55 | 2:40 PM West Lafayette, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN
Buses from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:30, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 208 miles (336 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 208 miles (336 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 13:30 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, INYou can travel by bus between Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $59 (€48). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN 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 West Lafayette, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Columbus, OH to West Lafayette, IN, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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