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 23m.

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 18m and costs $210 - $800.

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 St Louis Bus Station and Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Springfield to Cincinnati?

The distance between Springfield and Cincinnati is 482 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 train and bus which takes 10h 8m and costs $60 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 10h 8m 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 fly which takes 7h 2m and costs $110 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $170 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Springfield to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Springfield to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 11:39 PM in Springfield and 12:39 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 23m to drive from Springfield to Cincinnati.

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

Book your Springfield to Cincinnati bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 676+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Cincinnati by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnatibus FlixBus 2514
10h 8m
$61–140
Drive 310.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Cincinnaticar 310.3 mi
5h 23m
$57–82
Train, bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Cincinnatibus
12h 22m
$66–205
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Covington (CVG)plane SPI - CVG
7h 2m
$116–669
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Cincinnatibus
10h 24m
$60–163
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Covington (CVG)plane DEC - CVG
5h 18m
$214–790

Springfield to Cincinnati by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

10h 8mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 479.4 mi
Duration: 10h 8m

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

American Airlines, Allegiant Air, and two other airlines fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Covington (CVG) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Cincinnati via St Louis Bus Station, Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station), and Indianapolis in around 10h 24m.

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