What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Cincinnati is to bus which costs $40 - $90 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Cincinnati is to subway and fly which takes 3h 32m and costs $90 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Cincinnati?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Cincinnati. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The distance between Chicago and Cincinnati is 296 miles. The road distance is 287.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Cincinnati without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati takes 5h 45m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Cincinnati bus from?

Chicago to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Chicago to Cincinnati is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $500 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Chicago to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Chicago to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Cincinnati station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 6:37 AM in Chicago and 7:37 AM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Chicago to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Cincinnati is 287 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Chicago to Cincinnati.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati?

Book your Chicago to Cincinnati bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 737+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Chicago to Cincinnati - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and subway

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Cincinnati by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, plane, bus (Greyhound), or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to CincinnatiFlixBus 2514
5h 45m
$40–90
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to IndianapolisCardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to CincinnatiFlixBus 2514
8h 8m
$47–160
Drive 285.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Cincinnati285.7 mi
4h 59m
$53–76
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG)ORD - CVG
4h 4m
$80–497
Bus via Arlington Heights (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati Bus StationGreyhound US0120
8h 15m
$44–157
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Roosevelt to Midway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Covington (CVG)MDW - CVG
3h 32m
$94–607

Chicago to Cincinnati by bus (Flixbus)

6Weekly Buses

5h 45mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Cincinnati.

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Distance: 294.1 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati 6 times a week. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG) every 2 hours.

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