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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Springfield is to bus which costs $40 - $85 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Springfield is to drive which takes 5h 19m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Indianapolis Union Station and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Springfield?

The distance between Cincinnati and Springfield is 317 miles. The road distance is 313.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 8h 9m and costs $40 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Cincinnati to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Springfield bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Springfield?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Springfield is to bus which takes 8h 9m and costs $40 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $90 - $480 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Springfield bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 9:14 PM in Cincinnati and 8:14 PM in Springfield.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Springfield is 314 miles. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Cincinnati to Springfield.

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

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

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 50+ hotels available in Springfield.

Cincinnati to Springfield - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Cincinnati to Springfield by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), taxi, 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
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1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
8h 9m
$44–83
Drive 312 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Springfieldcar 312 mi
5h 19m
$57–83
Fly Covington to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane CVG - SPI
5h 42m
$90–478
Bus via Greyhound Station Cincinnati
1. Take the bus from Greyhound Station Cincinnati to Indianapolis, INbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
9h 50m
$44–139
Fly Covington to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane CVG - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfieldtaxi
6h 16m
$182–602
Bus to Dayton, fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane DAY - SPI
8h 4m
$75–363

Cincinnati to Springfield by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

8h 9mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Springfield.

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Distance: 315.5 mi
Duration: 8h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Cincinnati to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Indianapolis, Indianapolis Union Station, and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr in around 8h 9m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Covington (CVG) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 3 times a day.

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