IL → OH · about 301 miles
Effingham to Columbus bus schedule
Greyhound runs 14 direct buses a week from Effingham to Columbus. The fastest takes 7 hours 40 minutes; the first bus leaves at 10:50 AM and the last at 4:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 7h 40m
- First bus
- 10:50 AM
- Last bus
- 4:05 PM
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Effingham W Fayette Ave and arrives at Columbus E Mound St. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 AM | 8:40 PM | 8h 50m | Daily | Greyhound Full timetable |
| 4:05 PM | 12:45 AM +1 day | 7h 40m | Daily | Greyhound Full timetable |
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Where to board in Effingham Where you get off in Columbus The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Effingham
Where the bus stops in Columbus
Return trip: Columbus to Effingham
Questions
How long is the bus from Effingham to Columbus?
The fastest direct bus takes 7 hours 40 minutes.
What time is the first bus from Effingham to Columbus?
The earliest departure is at 10:50 AM (Daily) and the last at 4:05 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Effingham to Columbus?
Greyhound runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Effingham?
Buses to Columbus leave from Effingham W Fayette Ave.