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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Cincinnati is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs $180 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Cincinnati - Downtown via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and Columbus - Downtown - Mound St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 47m.

How far is it from Washington to Cincinnati?

The distance between Washington and Cincinnati is 426 miles. The road distance is 491.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 12h 47m and costs $90 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Washington to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Cincinnati bus from?

Washington to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Bus or fly from Washington to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Washington to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs $180 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $250 and takes 12h 47m.

Where does the Washington to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Washington to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Can I drive from Washington to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Cincinnati is 491 miles. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Washington to Cincinnati.

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

Book your Washington to Cincinnati bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 737+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

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

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

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

Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Covington (CVG)DCA - CVG
2h 40m
$186–1,076
Bus via Columbus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Columbus
3. Take the bus from Columbus - Downtown - Mound St to Cincinnati - Downtown
13h 36m
$83–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Columbus
3. Take the bus from Columbus - Downtown - Mound St to Cincinnati - Downtown
12h 47m
$91–246
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to IndianapolisCardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to CincinnatiFlixBus 2514
21h 30m
$160–379
Drive 488.6 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Cincinnati488.6 mi
8h 46m
$90–129
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Covington (CVG)IAD - CVG
4h 26m
$104–610
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshall
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Covington (CVG)BWI - CVG
4h 8m
$104–1,197

Washington to Cincinnati by train, foot, and bus

3Weekly Services

21h 30mAverage Duration

$160Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 423.3 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest Airlines fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Covington (CVG) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Cincinnati - Downtown via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and Columbus - Downtown - Mound St in around 12h 47m.

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