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Atlanta to Columbus by bus

Columbus lies 154 km (96 mi) south of Atlanta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 3 h including stops, over roughly 188 km (117 mi) of road.

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AtlantaColumbus
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population510,823206,922
Elevation336 m (1,102 ft)75 m (246 ft)
Time nowUTC-4 (America/New_York)UTC-4 (America/New_York)
Postal codes30301–3990131901–31999

Where to book buses from Atlanta to Columbus

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Common questions

How far is Columbus from Atlanta?

154 km (96 mi) in a straight line, south of Atlanta; by road roughly 188 km (117 mi).

How long does it take to get from Atlanta to Columbus by bus?

About 3 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Atlanta and Columbus?

No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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  • OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
  • Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines

Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.