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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Detroit is to bus via Dayton which costs $35 - $75 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Detroit is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs $65 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Detroit?

The distance between Cincinnati and Detroit is 265 miles. The road distance is 258.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Detroit without a car is to bus via Dayton which takes 6h and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Cincinnati to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Detroit bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Detroit?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Detroit is to bus via Dayton which takes 6h and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $490 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Detroit bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Detroit bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Detroit is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Cincinnati to Detroit.

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

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

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 480+ hotels available in Detroit.

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

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

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

Bus via Dayton
best
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2642
2. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
6h
$37–72
Drive 257.1 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Detroitcar 257.1 mi
4h 21m
$47–68
Fly from Covington
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Detroit (DTW)plane CVG - DTW
4h 15m
$68–484
Bus
1. Take the bus from Miami University Oxford, OH to Detroit, MIbus Cincinnati
12h 2m
$37–88
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Detroit (DTW)plane LEX - DTW
4h 28m
$103–625
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Detroit (DTW)plane SDF - DTW
4h 40m
$211–530
Bus to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW)plane IND - DTW
6h 57m
$238–447

Cincinnati to Detroit by bus

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Detroit.

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Distance: 263.1 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Cincinnati to Detroit Bus Station via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station in around 6h. Alternatively, Delta flies from Covington (CVG) to Detroit (DTW) every 4 hours.

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