Find coaches from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures from Cincinnati to Washington on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Cincinnati Bus Station
    		Union StationCheapestFastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Cincinnati Bus Station
      		Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
      FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)
        		Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Cincinnati Bus Station
          		Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
          Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
            		Cincinnati Bus Station
            		Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Washington

            We recommend taking the train

            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
            651 kmDistance
            59kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$63 - US$244Average duration1d 4h
            16kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$81 - US$170Average duration15h 7m
            59kg CO₂e

            Bus Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$110
            Average bus trip duration1d 4h
            Number of daily buses16
            Earliest bus departure03:25
            Distance656 km
            Latest bus departure17:30

            Cincinnati to Washington Bus

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

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Washington cost?

              The bus ticket price from Cincinnati to Washington starts at US$63. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cincinnati to Washington 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Cincinnati to Washington?

              The average travel time between Cincinnati and Washington is around 1d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 18h. This is the time it takes to travel the 643 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Cincinnati and Washington?

              The number of buses from Cincinnati to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cincinnati to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Cincinnati to Washington?

              When taking the bus from Cincinnati to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cincinnati to Washington?

              Buses travelling between Cincinnati and Washington leave from Greyhound Station or Northland Blvd and arrive at Dupont Circle, Union Station, Metro Center Station.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            31/10
            US$111
            01/11
            US$137
            Today
            US$133
            03/11
            US$73
            04/11
            US$62
            05/11
            US$76
            06/11
            US$97
            07/11
            US$115
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$62

            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, DC, US as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from US$62 to US$256 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$62, which is on 2025-11-04.

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            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.

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            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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