The average bus between Ohio State University and Chicago takes 8h 40m and the fastest bus takes 7h 50m. The bus service runs several times per day from Ohio State University to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Ohio State University and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 9:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ohio State University is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Chicago at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Neil Ave & W 10Th Ave and take an average of 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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9h 31m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Ohio State University to Chicago? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Ohio State University to Chicago. However, there are services departing from Ohio State University station and arriving at Chicago station via Chicago Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.
Ohio State University to Chicago bus services, operated by COTA, depart from Columbus station.
Ohio State University to Chicago bus services, operated by COTA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.
The distance between Ohio State University and Chicago is 439.9 km. The road distance is 591 km.
Flixbus USA operates a bus from Columbus to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $50–85 and the journey takes 7h 30m.