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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Cincinnati Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Cincinnati Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Cincinnati Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Cincinnati Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Cincinnati
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 2 days, 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $445, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Cincinnati?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, 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 traveling from San Diego, CA, 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 San Diego to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Cincinnati start from $445. The average price for this route is around $448. 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 San Diego to Cincinnati?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Cincinnati is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 1869 miles (3014 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Cincinnati route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Cincinnati at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from San Diego to Cincinnati generates an estimated 75 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 San Diego 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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Diego 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.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $419To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $419 to $618 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $485 which is on 2025-12-20.
