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Columbus to Cleveland by bus

Cleveland lies 203 km (126 mi) north-east of Columbus, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 3 h 54 min including stops, over roughly 248 km (154 mi) of road.

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ColumbusCleveland
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population913,175365,379
Elevation242 m (794 ft)204 m (669 ft)
Time nowUTC-4 (America/New_York)UTC-4 (America/New_York)
Postal codes43085–4329144101–44199

Where to book buses from Columbus to Cleveland

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Staying in Cleveland

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Common questions

How far is Cleveland from Columbus?

203 km (126 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Columbus; by road roughly 248 km (154 mi).

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

About 3 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Columbus and Cleveland?

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

Where these facts come from

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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.