Is there a way to reach Cincinnati from Grand Rapids without flying?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. The two options are convenient and sustainable ways to reach Cincinnati. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati?

On average, the trip from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati takes around 9h 50m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 9h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 270 miles (436 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Grand Rapids and Cincinnati?

The distance between the two cities is 270 miles (436 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati?

If you're headed to Cincinnati from Grand Rapids, chances are that your bus will depart from Central Station and arrive at Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati?

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. $50 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Cincinnati from Grand Rapids.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati?

The average bus ticket price from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati is $53. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $50 and $78, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Grand Rapids (MI), US to Cincinnati Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $78	Average Duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$107 - $107	Average Duration21h 27m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 50mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest ticket

11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Grand Rapids to Cincinnati: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$53

Average bus trip duration9h 50m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure2:20pm

Distance267 miles (430 km)

Latest bus departure2:45pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,605 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/586,976 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Grand Rapids to Cincinnati Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cincinnati from Grand Rapids, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Grand Rapids and Cincinnati?

Stops in Grand Rapids

A - Central Station

Stops in Cincinnati

A - Greyhound Station

B - Northland Blvd

Frequently asked questions for your trip Grand Rapids - Cincinnati

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Grand Rapids and Cincinnati!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time9h 50m	Avg Price$53	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time21h 27m	Avg Price$107	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Grand Rapids by bus?

Bus from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati

You can also go to Cincinnati by train

Train from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati

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Bus Tickets from Grand Rapids, MI to Cincinnati, OH