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Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Cincinnati

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Cincinnati from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $42
tomorrow
from $42
Sunday
from $42
Monday
from $39
Tuesday
from $36
Wednesday
from $37
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $42
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $49
  • Greyhound US
    7h 35m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:25 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $53
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:25 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $56

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:25 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    6:40 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    4:15 AM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $46
  • Greyhound US
    7h 35m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $46

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:25 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:25 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $43

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $39
  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    6:40 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    4:15 AM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    5:25 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $36
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $39
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:25 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • Greyhound US
    7h 35m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    5:25 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $37
  • Greyhound US
    8h 0m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $38
  • Greyhound US
    7h 35m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    9:45 PM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    10h 15m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    4:15 AM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $47
  • FlixBus
    9h 35m
    0
    6:40 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    4:15 AM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $57

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Cincinnati

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Cincinnati are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Chicago to Cincinnati. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Chicago and Cincinnati.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 39 buses from Chicago to Cincinnati, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Cincinnati, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Cincinnati

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 15 times every day by bus from Chicago to Cincinnati in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati starting from $36!

Cheapest Bus $36
Fastest Bus 6h 45m
Earliest Bus 5:45 AM
Latest Bus 6:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 15 Ø
Distance 252.0 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Cincinnati

Every day, 15 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Cincinnati: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/25/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/20
Monday 04/21
Tuesday 04/22
Wednesday 04/23
Thursday 04/24
Friday 04/25
$42
Saturday 04/26
$42
Sunday 04/27
$42
Monday 04/28
$39
Tuesday 04/29
$36
Wednesday 04/30
$37
Thursday 05/01
Friday 05/02
$45
Saturday 05/03
$35
Sunday 05/04
$43
Monday 05/05
$36
Tuesday 05/06
Wednesday 05/07
$33
Thursday 05/08
$40
Friday 05/09
$37
Saturday 05/10
$36
Sunday 05/11
$40
Monday 05/12
$37
Tuesday 05/13
$35
Wednesday 05/14
$36
Thursday 05/15
$37
Friday 05/16
Saturday 05/17

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 $36, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Cincinnati. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $42.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati, with $36. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $42.

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 a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

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 bus 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 buses from Chicago to Cincinnati are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Cincinnati

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Cincinnati from our users.

FlixBus from Chicago to Cincinnati

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Chicago to Cincinnati:

Cheapest Price $41
Fastest Bus 6h 45m
Earliest Bus 5:45 AM
Last Bus 6:40 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 4/21/2025

Greyhound US from Chicago to Cincinnati

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Cincinnati:

Cheapest Price $36
Fastest Bus 7h 0m
Earliest Bus 6:10 AM
Last Bus 2:45 PM
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 4/21/2025

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Cincinnati

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Cincinnati.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Cincinnati

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Cincinnati? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Cincinnati? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Cincinnati bus

How much does a Chicago Cincinnati bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $36 and takes 8h 0m to reach Cincinnati. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $36 and $93. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cincinnati.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Cincinnati each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Cincinnati bus route is served by approximately 15 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Cincinnati take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Cincinnati is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $56. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The earliest bus arriving in Cincinnati from Chicago starts at 5:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Cincinnati starts at 6:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Cincinnati route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Cincinnati, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

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

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 Chicago Cincinnati bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus 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 traveling 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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