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A major science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly programs that make science engaging for all ages.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr724
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr732
Fastest journey on Sep 19
19 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 d 1 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 19
6
Distance
1078 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH will cost around kr732 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr724.
It's difficult to get from Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr985 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr985, while a flight costs an average of kr4157.
Distance: 669 miles (1078 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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kr985 Average price Cheapest | kr4157 Average price | kr1163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 0m Average total duration 21h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH:
A bus is kr3171 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH costing on average kr4157.
Other travel options to Columbus, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 30m.
Tickets start at around kr985 compared to roughly kr1163 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr178. The journey takes 21h 30m versus 12h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr605 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr1262 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 33h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr625 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr704 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr605 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr605 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 30h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr617 |
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH buses for today, Friday, September 18. 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 · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 30h15 | 3:40 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 3 transfers | |
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FlixBus+![]() | 9:05 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 22h40 | 7:45 AM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 10:00 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 31h10 | 5:10 PM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 4:30 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 27h20 | 7:50 PM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:25 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 19h30 | 12:55 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH run on average 4 times per day, taking around 21h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr695 but you can travel from only kr616 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 669 miles (1078 km) distance in 17h 10m.
Distance 669 miles (1078 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price kr695 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 17h 10m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Most Jacksonville, FL to Columbus, OH buses use the Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St to Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School). Use this guide to compare Jacksonville, FL and Columbus, OH bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St is 1 km from Jacksonville city centre. Public transport options include:
Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St. ATMs are available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St.
Ticket office support is available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St.
Available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St: Wheelchair accessible entrances.
Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station). ATMs are available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station).
Available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible bus platforms.
Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School). ATMs are available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School).
Ticket office support is available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School).
Available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School): Wheelchair accessible buses available.
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