Compare all timetables for the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cincinnati to Chicago from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 6h 15m | 13:40 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 18:55 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £35 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 01/08/2026 13:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 01/08/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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| FlixBus | 5h 55m | 14:00 | Cincinnati | Downtown | 18:55 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £35 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 01/08/2026 14:00:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 01/08/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
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| FlixBus | 6h 0m | 07:00 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £39 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 01/08/2026 07:00:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 01/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| Greyhound US | 9h 45m | 04:40 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 13:25 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £45 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 01/08/2026 04:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 01/08/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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| Greyhound US | 11h 5m | 10:05 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 20:10 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £46 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 01/08/2026 10:05:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 01/08/2026 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 6h 0m | 07:00 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £36 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 02/08/2026 07:00:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 02/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| FlixBus | 5h 45m | 07:15 | Cincinnati | Downtown | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £36 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 02/08/2026 07:15:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 02/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
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| Greyhound US | 9h 45m | 04:40 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 13:25 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £41 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 02/08/2026 04:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 02/08/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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| Greyhound US | 11h 10m | 00:55 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 11:05 | Chicago | 95th Red Line Station | Economy | £44 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 02/08/2026 00:55:00 to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 02/08/2026 11:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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| FlixBus | 7h 25m | 07:00 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 13:25 | Chicago | 95th Red Line Station | Economy | £48 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 02/08/2026 07:00:00 to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 02/08/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 6h 15m | 13:40 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 18:55 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £33 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 03/08/2026 13:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 03/08/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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| FlixBus | 5h 55m | 14:00 | Cincinnati | Downtown | 18:55 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £33 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 03/08/2026 14:00:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 03/08/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
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| Greyhound US | 11h 10m | 00:55 | Cincinnati | Greyhound Bus Station | 11:05 | Chicago | 95th Red Line Station | Economy | £39 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) at 03/08/2026 00:55:00 to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 03/08/2026 11:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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| FlixBus | 7h 25m | 07:00 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 13:25 | Chicago | 95th Red Line Station | Economy | £39 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 03/08/2026 07:00:00 to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 03/08/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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| Greyhound US | 9h 45m | 04:40 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 13:25 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £46 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 03/08/2026 04:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 03/08/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 6h 0m | 07:00 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £32 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 04/08/2026 07:00:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 04/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| FlixBus | 5h 45m | 07:15 | Cincinnati | Downtown | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £32 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 04/08/2026 07:15:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 04/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
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| FlixBus | 6h 15m | 13:40 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 18:55 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £38 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 04/08/2026 13:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 04/08/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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| Greyhound US | 9h 45m | 04:40 | Cincinnati | Greyhound Bus Station | 13:25 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £64 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) at 04/08/2026 04:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 04/08/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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| Greyhound US | 11h 5m | 10:05 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 20:10 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £68 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 04/08/2026 10:05:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 04/08/2026 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £68 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 6h 0m | 07:00 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £28 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 05/08/2026 07:00:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 05/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| FlixBus | 5h 45m | 07:15 | Cincinnati | Downtown | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £28 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 05/08/2026 07:15:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 05/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
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| FlixBus | 6h 15m | 13:40 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 18:55 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £30 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 05/08/2026 13:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 05/08/2026 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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| Greyhound US | 14h 30m | 10:05 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 23:35 | Chicago | 95th Red Line Station | Economy | £36 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 05/08/2026 10:05:00 to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 05/08/2026 23:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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| Greyhound US | 14h 45m | 04:40 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 18:25 | Chicago | 95th Red Line Station | Economy | £37 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 05/08/2026 04:40:00 to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 05/08/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 6h 0m | 07:00 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £32 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 06/08/2026 07:00:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 06/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| FlixBus | 5h 45m | 07:15 | Cincinnati | Downtown | 12:00 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £32 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 06/08/2026 07:15:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 06/08/2026 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
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| Greyhound US | 11h 10m | 00:55 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 11:05 | Chicago | 95th Red Line Station | Economy | £40 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 06/08/2026 00:55:00 to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 06/08/2026 11:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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| FlixBus | 7h 25m | 07:00 | Cincinnati | University of Cincinnati | 13:25 | Chicago | 95th Red Line Station | Economy | £40 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 06/08/2026 07:00:00 to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 06/08/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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| Greyhound US | 9h 45m | 04:40 | Cincinnati | E Galbraith Rd | 13:25 | Chicago | Downtown Coach Station | Economy | £48 |
A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 06/08/2026 04:40:00 to Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 06/08/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cincinnati to Chicago is £27 on 19/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between Cincinnati and Chicago
Wednesday
is the busiest day, with more than 23 daily coaches from Cincinnati to Chicago. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 17 daily coaches between Cincinnati and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 60 coaches from Cincinnati to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cincinnati and Chicago, with 20 offers.
Facts about coaches from Cincinnati to Chicago
Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 21 times every day by bus from Cincinnati to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago starting from £27!
| Cheapest Bus | £27 |
| Fastest Bus | 4h 45m |
| Earliest Coach | 04:40 |
| Latest Coach | 14:00 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 21 Ø |
| Distance | 405.5 km |
| Coach Companies | FlixBus and Greyhound US |
Cheapest coach connections from Cincinnati to Chicago
Every day, 21 buses from 2 coach companies leave Cincinnati for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/08/2026 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
27/07
Tuesday
28/07
Wednesday
29/07
Thursday
30/07
Friday
31/07
Saturday
01/08
£35
Sunday
02/08
£39
Monday
03/08
£33
Tuesday
04/08
£32
Wednesday
05/08
£36
Thursday
06/08
£32
Friday
07/08
Saturday
08/08
£34
Sunday
09/08
£35
Monday
10/08
£33
Tuesday
11/08
Wednesday
12/08
Thursday
13/08
£32
Friday
14/08
£35
Saturday
15/08
£33
Sunday
16/08
£46
Monday
17/08
£31
Tuesday
18/08
£30
Wednesday
19/08
£27
Thursday
20/08
£29
Friday
21/08
£29
Saturday
22/08
£43
Sunday
23/08
The cheapest time to travel from Cincinnati to Chicago
With a price starting from £26, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cincinnati to Chicago. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £33.
Night
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago, with £26. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.
How to save money travelling from Cincinnati to Chicago
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago, 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 Cincinnati to Chicago are also emptier.All bus stations and stops in Cincinnati and Chicago
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Cincinnati and Chicago.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Cincinnati to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route Cincinnati to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Cincinnati to Chicago bus
How much does a Cincinnati - Chicago coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cincinnati - Chicago bus trip is available from £27 and takes 5h 0m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The connection Cincinnati to Chicago is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £27 to £92. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.
How many connections are available for the Cincinnati - Chicago route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Cincinnati to Chicago is offered by roughly 21 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Chicago from Cincinnati take?
The quickest coach from Cincinnati to Chicago is provided by FlixBus and takes 4h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £42. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The earliest bus to Chicago departs from Cincinnati at 04:40. 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 Cincinnati to Chicago?
The latest bus to Chicago departs from Cincinnati at 14:00. 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 Cincinnati - Chicago route?
Passengers looking to travel from Cincinnati to Chicago 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 Cincinnati and Chicago?
You can check all the direct connections between Cincinnati and Chicago 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 Chicago from Cincinnati?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cincinnati Chicago 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 Cincinnati Chicago 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 Cincinnati to Chicago on your planned travel date.
How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cincinnati to Chicago?
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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cincinnati to Chicago
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
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