How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago start at R 588. The average price for this route is around R 975. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cincinnati to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Cincinnati to Chicago is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 401 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Chicago at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Chicago?

A bus trip from Cincinnati to Chicago produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cincinnati to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cincinnati to Chicago from R 499 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 45m	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 10m	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 45m	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 10m	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 45m	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 10m	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 45m	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 10m	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 45m	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 10m	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 45m	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 10m	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 45m	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 10m	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 588, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

8h 5mAverage duration

401 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 588 - R 5 586	Average duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 108 - R 2 283	Average duration9h 19m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Chicago?

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 12 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the cleanliness, but some complained about the seats. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 588

Greyhound Cincinnati Chicago recent customer reviews

Je ne suis pas arrivée à Chicago, ils m'ont déposé à Toledo et ils sont partis avec mes bagages

Guylene Grace A.

31 December 2018

I got drop off at the wrong location in Chicago so I had to wait two hours until I could get on another bus but in stead I waited on a taxi I had to pay so much money for

Rashawn G.

4 December 2017

The bus never came.

David C.

14 June 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 629 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11629 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 623

FlixBus Cincinnati Chicago recent customer reviews

Could not hear bus driver ‘s information And no one paid attention to the seat assignments. Some seats were very close to your knees

Sharon B.

11 July 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati to Chicago by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago start at R 588. The average price for this route is around R 975. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Cincinnati to Chicago is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 401 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Chicago at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Chicago?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Chicago produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cincinnati to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/12

R 1 687

15/12

R 1 067

Today

R 998

17/12

R 895

18/12

R 792

19/12

R 912

20/12

R 757

21/12

R 809

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Chicago was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 757

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

You can expect to pay from R 757 to R 2 529 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 757, which is on 2025-12-20.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.