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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Buffalo is to bus which costs $45 - $130 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Buffalo is to fly which takes 6h 4m and costs $150 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at Buffalo via Columbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Buffalo?

The distance between Cincinnati and Buffalo is 467 miles. The road distance is 433.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Buffalo without a car is to bus via Columbus which takes 9h 35m and costs $70 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 9h 35m to get from Cincinnati to Buffalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Buffalo bus from?

Cincinnati to Buffalo bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Cincinnati station.

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Buffalo is to bus via Columbus which takes 9h 35m and costs $70 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $150 - $230 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Buffalo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Buffalo is 434 miles. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Cincinnati to Buffalo.

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

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

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 255+ hotels available in Buffalo.

Cincinnati to Buffalo - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cincinnati to Buffalo by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus via Columbus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Columbusbus FlixBus N2642
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Buffalobus FlixBus 2526
9h 35m
$71–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Buffalobus Bsb 10
10h 35m
$46–125
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Toledo Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
2. Take the train from Toledo to Buffalo Depew Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
12h 53m
$198–475
Drive 431 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Buffalocar 431 mi
7h 21m
$74–107
Fly Covington to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane CVG - BUF
6h 4m
$156–230
Fly Covington to Rochester, bus
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Rochester (ROC)plane CVG - ROC
2. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
7h 29m
$250–1,344
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport, bus
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)plane SDF - YYZ
3. Take the bus from Toronto Pearson Airport to Buffalobus
7h 27m
$98–440

Cincinnati to Buffalo by bus (Flixbus)

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9h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 464.5 mi
Duration: 9h 35m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Buffalo, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Cincinnati to Buffalo via Columbus in around 9h 35m. Alternatively, Delta, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Covington (CVG) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) every 3 hours.

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