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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN 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 West Lafayette, IN will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cincinnati, OH for West Lafayette, IN on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
7:00 AM3h40Cincinnati, OH10:40 AMWest Lafayette, IN$321One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM3h40Cincinnati, OH10:40 AMWest Lafayette, IN$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $73.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN:
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN costing on average $73 (€59).
Other travel options to West Lafayette, IN take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 40m.
You'll arrive about -1h -59m sooner (3h 40m by bus vs 2h 41m by car) and save roughly $-6.22 (€-5.09) compared to fuel and tolls ($42 (€34) vs $35 (€29)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
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 West Lafayette, IN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Live departures
Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 AM Cincinnati, OH | 3h40 | 10:40 AM West Lafayette, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN
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Buses from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, INYou can travel by bus between Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN with 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 Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN 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 West Lafayette, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN
Most Cincinnati, OH to West Lafayette, IN buses use the Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station to Lafayette, North 3rd st / North st (Colonial Bakery Garage) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cincinnati, OH and West Lafayette, IN bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station from Cincinnati city centre
Getting to Cincinnati, Gilbert Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) from Cincinnati city centre
Most popular bus connections from Cincinnati, OH
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