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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Downtown Gray & Smith | Cincinnati Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Houston Bus Station | Cincinnati Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Amtrak Station | Union Terminal | No tags | |||||
| Houston Bus Station | Cincinnati Bus Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Houston Bus Station | Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati) | No tags |
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Get from Houston to Cincinnati
The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 016, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Cincinnati?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Stops in Cincinnati
- A1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
- B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Cincinnati 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 Houston to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Cincinnati start at R 2 016. The average price for this route is around R 3 217. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Cincinnati?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Cincinnati is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1441 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Cincinnati at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from Houston to Cincinnati produces an estimated 36 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 Houston to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Cincinnati?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston to Cincinnati?
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 Houston to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Cincinnati was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 825To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Cincinnati as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 825 to R 15 800 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 825, which is on 2026-01-07.
Usually Amtrak 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.
