Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Cincinnati on September 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	17h 15m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Cheapest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:35pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	15h 55m	9:30am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	16h 25m	9:30am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:55am	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	1d 2h	9:30am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:35pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	16h 45m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:55am	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	1d 3h	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 3:23 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 17 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 63,289, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

17h 15mAverage Duration

497 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 63,289 - CLP 254,691	Average Duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 97,459 - CLP 210,955	Average Duration17h 51m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Cincinnati

Stops in Philadelphia

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

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

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Greyhound

3.5/588,142 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

Greyhound Philadelphia Cincinnati recent customer reviews

The worst of the worst

Ethmane A.

September 7, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/515,684 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA, US to Cincinnati by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from CLP 63,289. The average price for this route is around CLP 102,452. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Cincinnati is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 497 miles (801 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 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 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati generates an estimated 20.021600000000003 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 88108 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 has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveler 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

09/12

CLP 69,986

09/13

CLP 94,953

Today

CLP 79,777

09/15

CLP 85,651

09/16

CLP 60,685

09/17

CLP 87,120

09/18

CLP 100,827

09/19

CLP 75,860

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Cincinnati was searched and found on Sep 16, 2026 with a price of CLP 60,685

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 60,685 to CLP 131,669 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA, US to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 60,685 which is on 2026-09-16.