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Which bus from Chicago to Cincinnati is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Chicago to Cincinnati. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

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from £28
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from £30
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from £28
Thursday
from £30
Friday
from £35
Saturday
from £28
Sunday
from £36

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 7h 35m 14:10 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £28
FlixBus 6h 45m 10:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £32
Greyhound US 8h 0m 13:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £32
FlixBus 11h 30m 05:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £35
Greyhound US 8h 0m 13:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £35

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 8h 0m 13:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £30
FlixBus 6h 45m 10:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £32
FlixBus 9h 15m 18:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 03:55 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £33
FlixBus 11h 30m 05:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £34
Greyhound US 7h 35m 14:10 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £35

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 7h 35m 14:10 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £28
FlixBus 6h 45m 10:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £30
Greyhound US 8h 0m 13:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £30
FlixBus 8h 40m 08:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 17:05 Cincinnati Downtown  Economy £31
FlixBus 11h 30m 05:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 45m 10:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £30
Greyhound US 8h 0m 13:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £30
FlixBus 9h 15m 18:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 03:55 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £33
FlixBus 6h 35m 10:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:05 Cincinnati Downtown  Economy £33
Greyhound US 8h 0m 13:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £33

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 8h 0m 13:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £35
Greyhound US 7h 0m 14:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £36
FlixBus 6h 45m 10:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £38
FlixBus 6h 35m 10:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:05 Cincinnati Downtown  Economy £38
Greyhound US 11h 45m 10:00 Chicago Union Station 21:45 Cincinnati Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £41

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 30m 05:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £28
FlixBus 9h 15m 18:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 03:55 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £29
FlixBus 8h 40m 08:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 17:05 Cincinnati Downtown  Economy £30
Greyhound US 7h 0m 14:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £31
Greyhound US 11h 45m 10:00 Chicago Canal & Van Buren 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £31

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 6h 35m 14:10 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £36
Greyhound US 7h 0m 13:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:45 Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd  Economy £36
Greyhound US 6h 35m 14:10 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 21:45 Cincinnati Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £38
FlixBus 10h 30m 05:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £41
FlixBus 5h 45m 10:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:15 Cincinnati University of Cincinnati  Economy £41

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Chicago and Cincinnati?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Chicago to Cincinnati. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily coaches from Chicago to Cincinnati. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Chicago and Cincinnati.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 47 coaches from Chicago to Cincinnati, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Cincinnati, with 22 offers.

All facts for Chicago to Cincinnati bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel daily 18 times by bus from Chicago to Cincinnati in one click. Book your Chicago to Cincinnati bus ticket starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus £28
Fastest Bus 6h 35m
Earliest Coach 05:25
Latest Coach 18:40
Daily Bus Connections 18 Ø
Distance 405.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati?

Every day, 18 buses from 2 coach companies leave Chicago for Cincinnati. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/08/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/08
£35
Tuesday 05/08
£30
Wednesday 06/08
£33
Thursday 07/08
£30
Friday 08/08
£35
Saturday 09/08
£34
Sunday 10/08
£36
Monday 11/08
£32
Tuesday 12/08
£35
Wednesday 13/08
£32
Thursday 14/08
£31
Friday 15/08
£29
Saturday 16/08
£30
Sunday 17/08
Monday 18/08
£32
Tuesday 19/08
£31
Wednesday 20/08
Thursday 21/08
£35
Friday 22/08
Saturday 23/08
£31
Sunday 24/08
Monday 25/08
£31
Tuesday 26/08
Wednesday 27/08
Thursday 28/08
£32
Friday 29/08
Saturday 30/08
£31
Sunday 31/08

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Cincinnati

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £28, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Chicago to Cincinnati. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £36.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati, with £28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Cincinnati

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Chicago to Cincinnati, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Chicago to Cincinnati are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Cincinnati

Here is a map with all coach stations in Chicago and Cincinnati. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Chicago to Cincinnati? Compare all modes of transports from Chicago to Cincinnati.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Chicago to Cincinnati

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Chicago to Cincinnati. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Chicago to Cincinnati bus

How much does a Chicago Cincinnati coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Chicago Cincinnati bus trip is available from £28 and takes 7h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Cincinnati?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £59. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Cincinnati.

How many connections are available for the Chicago Cincinnati route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Chicago to Cincinnati is offered by roughly 18 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cincinnati from Chicago take?

The quickest coach from Chicago to Cincinnati is provided by FlixBus and takes 6h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The earliest bus to Cincinnati departs from Chicago at 05:25. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The latest bus to Cincinnati departs from Chicago at 18:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Chicago Cincinnati route?

Passengers looking to travel from Chicago to Cincinnati can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Cincinnati?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Cincinnati by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cincinnati from Chicago?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Chicago Cincinnati bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Cincinnati bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Cincinnati on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Cincinnati

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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