The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
1 d 35 m
Average duration
1 d 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1188 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
Of the 2 buses that leave Boston, MA for Cincinnati, OH on Thu, Dec 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 1188 km distance in an average of 1 d 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 35 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 1 d 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €127.
Distance: 738 miles (1188 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€105 Average price Cheapest | €269 Average price | €248 Average price |
20h 50m Average total duration 20h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 22m Average total duration 22h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 32h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 36h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $161 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:55 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 24h45 | 2:40 PM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 1:55 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 32h20 | 10:15 PM Cincinnati, Short Vine St (University of Cincinnati), OH | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:55 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 25h25 | 3:20 PM Cincinnati, Seventh St W (Downtown), OH | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 2:50 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 36h30 | 3:20 PM Cincinnati, Seventh St W (Downtown), OH | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 2:50 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 43h25 | 10:15 PM Cincinnati, Short Vine St (University of Cincinnati), OH | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH
Buses from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $83 (€67) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 738 miles (1188 km) distance in 22h 50m.
Distance 738 miles (1188 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 22h 50m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OHYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH with Greyhound for as low as $83 (€67). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Cincinnati, OH by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cincinnati, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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