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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Cincinnati is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Cincinnati is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $210 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Cincinnati via Champaign and Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Springfield to Cincinnati?

The distance between Springfield and Cincinnati is 317 miles. The road distance is 312.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 7h 59m and costs $70 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Springfield to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Cincinnati bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Springfield to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Springfield to Cincinnati is to bus which takes 7h 59m and costs $70 - $190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $650 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Springfield to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Springfield to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 2:59 AM in Springfield and 3:59 AM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Springfield to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Cincinnati is 312 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Springfield to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 750+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Springfield to Cincinnati - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Cincinnati by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
2. Take the bus from Champaign to Indianapolis Union Station
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Cincinnati
7h 59m
$74–183
Drive 310.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Cincinnati310.3 mi
5h 20m
$57–82
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Covington (CVG)SPI - CVG
5h 37m
$116–619
Bus via Arlington Heights
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
2. Take the bus from Champaign to Indianapolis Union Station
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Cincinnati Bus Station
8h 55m
$86–188
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Covington (CVG)DEC - CVG
5h 5m
$214–740

Springfield to Cincinnati by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

7h 59mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.5 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Cincinnati via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Champaign, Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station), and Indianapolis in around 7h 59m. Alternatively, American Airlines and Allegiant Air fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Covington (CVG) once daily.

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