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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, 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 Dayton, OH will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cincinnati, OH for Dayton, OH on Sun, Jul 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
4:40 AM1h00Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH5:40 AMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$121One-way0 transfers- 4:30 AM0h55Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH5:25 AMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$121One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM1h05Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH6:45 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 PM0h55Cincinnati, Short Vine St (University of Cincinnati), OH3:55 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$261One-way0 transfers- FlixBus2:10 PM1h45Cincinnati, Gilbert Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH3:55 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$261One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:00 PM0h55Cincinnati, Short Vine St (University of Cincinnati), OH3:55 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$261One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 AM0h55Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH5:25 AMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$121One-way0 transfers
- 4:40 AM1h00Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH5:40 AMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$121One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM1h05Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH6:45 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$131One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus2:10 PM1h45Cincinnati, Gilbert Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH3:55 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Live departures
Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:15 AM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 0h55 | 5:10 AM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:25 AM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 1h00 | 5:25 AM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:10 PM Cincinnati, Gilbert Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 1h45 | 3:55 PM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:00 PM Cincinnati, Short Vine St (University of Cincinnati), OH | 0h55 | 3:55 PM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:30 PM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 1h05 | 6:35 PM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH
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Buses from Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 17:30. The fastest bus covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 4:20 AM |
Last bus 5:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Barons Bus from Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OHYou can travel by bus between Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH with FlixBus, Greyhound, Barons Bus for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cincinnati, OH to Dayton, 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 Dayton, 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.
- 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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