What is the cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids is to fly which takes 6h 40m and costs $85 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Cedar Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at GTC Bay 9 via Chicago and Court St Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 46m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids?

The distance between Cincinnati and Cedar Rapids is 445 miles. The road distance is 491 miles.

How do I travel from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids without a car is to bus which takes 13h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids?

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids is to fly which takes 6h 40m and costs $85 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 46m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Cedar Rapids?

Cedar Rapids is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 2:41 PM in Cincinnati and 1:41 PM in Cedar Rapids.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids is 491 miles. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids.

Where can I stay near Cedar Rapids?

There are 46+ hotels available in Cedar Rapids.

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

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

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

Fly Covington to The Eastern Iowa Airport
best
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)CVG - CID
6h 40m
$88–504
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Iowa City
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9
13h 46m
Drive 488.2 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids488.2 mi
8h 29m
$90–129
Bus to Dayton, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)DAY - CID
9h 29m
$139–666
Fly Covington to Waterloo Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)CVG - ALO
2. Take the bus from Waterloo to Cedar Rapids Airport
9h 6m
$138–630
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolis
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Davenport
4. Take the bus from Davenport to Iowa City
5. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9
16h 35m
Bus via Arlington Heights
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Iowa City
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9
16h 36m

Covington (CVG) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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4h 56mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Cedar Rapids.

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Distance: 442 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Cedar Rapids, IA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Covington (CVG) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati to GTC Bay 9 via Chicago and Court St Transportation Center in around 13h 46m.

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