The cheapest and fastest buses from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cincinnati, OH for Cleveland, OH on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 358 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 10 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €107.
Distance: 222 miles (358 km)
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€50 Average price Cheapest | €239 Average price | €183 Average price |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 54m Average total duration 15h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Live departures
Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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undefined · undefined | 10:30 PM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 8h05 | 6:35 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 1 transfer | |
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![]() | 9:20 AM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 6h15 | 3:35 PM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined | 9:25 AM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 10h55 | 8:20 PM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH
Buses from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 222 miles (358 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 222 miles (358 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 20:05 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OHYou can travel by bus between Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $39 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cincinnati, OH to Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, 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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