How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Cincinnati start at R 1 545. The average price for this route is around R 2 535. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Cincinnati is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 801 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Cincinnati route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Cincinnati at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati produces an estimated 20 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati from R 1 499 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Cincinnati on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	17:15	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	Cheapest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 35m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Cincinnati on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	17:15	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	Cheapest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 35m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Cincinnati on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	17:15	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	14:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	19h 40m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Cincinnati on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	17:15	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	14:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	19h 40m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:29 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 17 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 680, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

17h 16mAverage duration

808 kmDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 545 - R 6 291	Average duration22h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 680 - R 17 424	Average duration17h 16m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Cincinnati?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Cincinnati

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 627 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Cincinnati start at R 1 545. The average price for this route is around R 2 535. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Cincinnati is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 801 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Cincinnati at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati produces an estimated 20 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
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 3 549

15/12

R 2 015

Today

R 2 076

17/12

R 2 214

18/12

R 2 300

19/12

R 2 584

20/12

R 2 825

21/12

R 2 386

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 015

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 015 to R 4 117 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 214, which is on 2025-12-17.