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Based on 85890 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$41.00
Good job 👏
There was a weird man at Toledo station that kept trying to get me to go outside alone saying the bus is here when it was not. He made me extremely uncomfortable. He was an employee
Nice trip
Based on 2578 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$42.00
Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Cincinnati. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Chicago to Cincinnati.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cincinnati from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
| Daily Buses | 12 |
| Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 02:00 - 23:05 |
| Minimum Price | US$36 |
| Average Ticket Price | US$52 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 6h |
| Average Bus Trip Duration | 9h35m |
| Distance | 248 miles |
| Bus companies on this route | Greyhound, FlixBus |
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Downtown Greyhound Station225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Union Station500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
Polk St & Canal St5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
Cumberland CTA2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Greyhound Station290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA
Northland Blvd
The average bus ticket price from Chicago to Cincinnati is US$52. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Chicago and Cincinnati is around 9h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 250 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Chicago to Cincinnati can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Cincinnati by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Chicago to Cincinnati, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
Buses travelling between Chicago and Cincinnati leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Union Station and arrive at Greyhound Station, Northland Blvd.
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati as early as possible.
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Cincinnati!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Cincinnati.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Cincinnati.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Cincinnati, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
| Vehicle type | Travel time | Avg price | Daily departures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle typeBus | Travel time9h 35m | Avg priceUS$52 | Daily departures12 |
| Vehicle typeTrain | Travel time8h 32m | Avg priceUS$88 | Daily departures1 |
The best way to travel between Chicago and Cincinnati is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$52 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$41. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cincinnati, choose the bus, as it will take you from Chicago to Cincinnati in about 8h 32m – that's the fastest way to get there!
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