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Cleveland Museum Of Art
Major encyclopedic art museum in University Circle, known for its outstanding collections spanning Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. A top cultural stop in Cleveland.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lima, 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 Lima, OH to Cleveland, OH will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lima, OH for Cleveland, OH 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 219 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lima, OH to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, and a flight costs an average of $526.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $662 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration Fastest 6h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lima, OH to Cleveland, OH:
A bus is $585 (€479) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lima, OH to Cleveland, OH costing on average $662 (€542).
Other travel options to Cleveland, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 0m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
The table below shows live departures for Lima, OH to Cleveland, OH 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 |
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![]() | 10:55 AM Lima, OH | 8h00 | 6:55 PM Cleveland, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lima, OH to Cleveland, OH run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:25, the last at 07:10. The fastest bus covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 4:25 AM |
Last bus 7:10 AM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lima, 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.

Most Lima, OH to Cleveland, OH buses use the Lima, Terminal (High Street) to Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) station pair. Use this guide to compare Lima, OH and Cleveland, OH bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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