Columbus to Pittsburgh by bus
Pittsburgh lies 261 km (162 mi) east of Columbus, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 55 min including stops, over roughly 318 km (198 mi) of road.
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| Columbus | Pittsburgh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 913,175 | 304,391 |
| Elevation | 242 m (794 ft) | 239 m (784 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 43085–43291 | 15201–15295 |
Where to book buses from Columbus to Pittsburgh
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Common questions
How far is Pittsburgh from Columbus?
261 km (162 mi) in a straight line, east of Columbus; by road roughly 318 km (198 mi).
How long does it take to get from Columbus to Pittsburgh by bus?
About 4 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Columbus and Pittsburgh?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.