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Sun20 Jul
from US$135
Mon21 Jul
Tue22 Jul
from US$100
Wed23 Jul
from US$116
Thu24 Jul
from US$105
Fri25 Jul
from US$94
Sat26 Jul
Sun27 Jul

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Washington

Average priceUS$83 - US$353Average duration1d 1h
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$81 - US$205Average duration15h 7m
59kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Cincinnati to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just US$81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 7mAverage duration
US$81Cheapest ticket
59kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cincinnati to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$124
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure04:20
Distance400 miles
Latest bus departure17:30

Cincinnati to Washington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cincinnati - Washington, DC, US

  1. What's the distance between Cincinnati and Washington by coach?

    The distance between Cincinnati and Washington by coach is approximately 399 miles (643 km).

  2. How can I travel from Cincinnati to Washington avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
16/07
US$172
17/07
US$114
Today
US$129
19/07
US$118
20/07
US$156
21/07
US$103
22/07
US$93
23/07
US$108
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Washington was searched and found on 22 Jul 2025 with a price of US$93

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cincinnati to Washington as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$93 to US$228 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$93, which is on 2025-07-22.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cincinnati to Washington but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cincinnati to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cincinnati to Washington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cincinnati to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus from Cincinnati to Washington

You can also go to Washington, DC, US by train

Train from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US

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