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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 7 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Cincinnati, OH on Tue, Nov 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct buses cover the 405 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €75.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price | €280 Average price |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus+ | 12:00 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 8h55 | 8:55 AM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 1 transfer | |
| undefined · undefined | 12:10 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 10h05 | 10:15 PM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 1 transfer | |
| undefined · undefined | 4:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 10h45 | 2:45 AM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:30 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 5h45 | 10:15 PM Cincinnati, Short Vine St (University of Cincinnati), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:30 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 5h35 | 10:05 PM Cincinnati, Seventh St W (Downtown), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 7h00 | 2:45 AM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| undefined · undefined | 8:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 6h00 | 2:45 AM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH start from as low as $42 (€34) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $59 (€48) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 45m but the average duration is 6h 31m
Train Operators
- Travel from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH with Greyhound and FlixBus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Greyhound.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station and arrive in Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH
- First train typically departs at 12:55 AM and the last at 10:30 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OHYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $42 (€34). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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