The cheapest and fastest buses from Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dayton, 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 Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 3 buses that leave Dayton, OH for Cleveland, OH on Mon, Dec 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 8 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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 and flight for Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €407.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€67 Average price Cheapest | €552 Average price |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:45 AM Dayton, OH | 8h15 | 3:00 PM Cleveland, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH
Buses from Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 20:05 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Dayton RTA from Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OHYou can travel by bus between Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH with Greyhound, Dayton RTA for as low as $46 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dayton, OH to Cleveland, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dayton, 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.
- 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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