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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati is to train and bus via Cleveland which costs $50 - $180 and takes 11h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 5h 18m and costs $150 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at University of Cincinnati via Buffalo, NY and Arlington Heights. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

How far is it from Rochester to Cincinnati?

The distance between Rochester and Cincinnati is 481 miles. The road distance is 501.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 49m and costs $75 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Rochester to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Cincinnati bus from?

Rochester to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Rochester to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 5h 18m and costs $150 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Rochester to Cincinnati bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Cincinnati is 502 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Rochester to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 711+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Cincinnati by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, 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 Rochester to Covington
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Covington (CVG)plane ROC - CVG
5h 18m
$159–872
Train, bus via Cleveland
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rochester to Cleveland Amtraktrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Ohio Greyhound Station to Cincinnati - Downtownbus Cleveland
11h 51m
$53–177
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Toledotrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Covington Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0135
11h 49m
$75–230
Drive 498.7 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Cincinnaticar 498.7 mi
8h 31m
$91–132
Fly Rochester to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane ROC - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Cincinnaticar
5h 41m
$117–533
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Covington (CVG)plane BUF - CVG
7h
$187–1,124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus FlixBus 2685 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo, NY to Cincinnati, OHbus Buffalo
13h 35m
$61–148

Rochester to Cincinnati by train and bus

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11h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 478.1 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

United Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Rochester (ROC) to Covington (CVG) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to University of Cincinnati via Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, Cincinnati, OH, and Arlington Heights in around 13h 35m.

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