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Next departures from Cincinnati to Chicago on 20 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:15	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 45m	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	9h 45m	13:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Cincinnati (Downtown)	5h 55m	18:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	10h 5m	13:45	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h	12:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	11h 10m	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	13:40	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	6h 15m	18:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 9 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just JP¥10,681, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 4mAverage duration

251 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceJP¥6,563 - JP¥44,886	Average duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceJP¥10,681 - JP¥21,665	Average duration9h 4m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Cincinnati and Chicago

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,764 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Passengers have shared that the overall travel experience was positive, with a few areas for improvement. Some noted difficulty in hearing driver announcements and mentioned challenges with seat assignments. Additionally, there were comments about the rocky drive and difficulties locating pick-up/drop-off points in Cincinnati due to insufficient signage.

FlixBus Cincinnati Chicago recent customer reviews

Everything was really good it was just the drive was very rocky another thing the pick up/drop off location in Cincinnati just hard to find if there no note of a sign.

Crystal S.

16 April 2026

Could not hear bus driver ‘s information And no one paid attention to the seat assignments. Some seats were very close to your knees

Sharon B.

11 July 2025

Greyhound

3.5/588,156 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

According to 12 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the cleanliness, but some complained about the seats. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at JP¥7,420

Greyhound Cincinnati Chicago recent customer reviews

Je ne suis pas arrivée à Chicago, ils m'ont déposé à Toledo et ils sont partis avec mes bagages

Guylene Grace A.

31 December 2018

I got drop off at the wrong location in Chicago so I had to wait two hours until I could get on another bus but in stead I waited on a taxi I had to pay so much money for

Rashawn G.

4 December 2017

The bus never came.

David C.

14 June 2024

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cincinnati to Chicago

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago start from JP¥6,563. The average price for this route is around JP¥9,914. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Cincinnati to Chicago is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 246 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Chicago at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 14:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Chicago?
A bus journey from Cincinnati to Chicago produces an estimated 9.8917 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 15599 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cincinnati to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

17/09

JP¥7,878

18/09

JP¥15,757

Today

JP¥8,843

20/09

JP¥10,290

21/09

JP¥6,431

22/09

JP¥6,109

23/09

JP¥5,788

24/09

JP¥5,948

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Chicago was searched and found on 23 Sept 2026 with a price of JP¥5,788

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cincinnati to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from JP¥5,788 to JP¥20,578 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at JP¥5,788, which is on 2026-09-23.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.