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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 24 July at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: 100 E Rich St
    Arrival time: 25 July at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 July at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: 25 July at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Columbus, OH to Bloomington, IL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$103
Average bus trip duration16h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure22:05
Distance318 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Columbus to Bloomington Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Columbus to Bloomington, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Columbus, OH - Bloomington, IL

  1. What's the distance between Columbus and Bloomington by coach?

    The distance between Columbus and Bloomington by coach is approximately 319 miles (514 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Columbus to Bloomington without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 24 Jul 2025 with a price of US$106

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Bloomington, IL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$106 to US$106 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$106, which is on 2025-07-24.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Columbus and Bloomington!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Columbus to Bloomington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Columbus to Bloomington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Columbus to Bloomington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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