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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
CHF167
Average price
CHF167
Fastest journey
19 h 20 m
Average duration
19 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1092 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Topeka, KS 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 Topeka, KS to Columbus, OH will cost around CHF167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF167.
Of the 1 buses that leave Topeka, KS for Columbus, OH on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 1092 km distance in an average of 19 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 20 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 19 h 20 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Topeka, KS to Columbus, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from CHF114. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF114, and a flight costs an average of CHF172.
Distance: 678 miles (1092 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF149 Average price Cheapest | CHF235 Average price | CHF11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 32m Average total duration 23h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Topeka, KS to Columbus, OH:
A bus is CHF86 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Topeka, KS to Columbus, OH costing on average CHF235.
Other travel options to Columbus, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 2m.
You'll arrive about -12h -58m sooner (23h 2m by bus vs 11h 4m by car) and save roughly CHF-137.99 compared to fuel and tolls (CHF149 vs CHF11). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
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 USA | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF174 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price CHF175 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price CHF125 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price CHF167 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF114 |
The table below shows live departures for Topeka, KS to Columbus, OH buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:35 PM Topeka, KS | 20h20 | 1:55 PM Columbus, OH | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Topeka, KS to Columbus, OH run on average 2 times per day, taking around 23h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF114 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 678 miles (1092 km) distance in 19h 20m.
Distance 678 miles (1092 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF114 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 20m |
First bus 4:35 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Most Topeka, KS to Columbus, OH buses use the Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave to Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Topeka, KS and Columbus, OH bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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