How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Cincinnati?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Cincinnati start from $148. The average price for this route is around $260. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from New York City to Cincinnati?

The average bus travel time from New York City to Cincinnati is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 908 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Cincinnati route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , New York Trailways .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Cincinnati?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Cincinnati at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Cincinnati?

A bus trip from New York City to Cincinnati generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from New York City to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4430 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Cincinnati?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New York City to Cincinnati from $132 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Cincinnati on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 20m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Cheapest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h 40m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 40m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Cincinnati on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:00pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	22h 20m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Cheapest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h 40m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 40m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Cincinnati on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chinatown	22h 35m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h 40m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 40m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Cincinnati on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 1h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	Cheapest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h 40m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 40m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 20m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Cincinnati on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Cheapest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h 40m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 40m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 20m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Cincinnati on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Cheapest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h 40m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 40m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 20m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:49 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 19 hours 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just $157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

19h 29mAverage Duration

917 kmDistance

83kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$148 - $576	Average Duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$157 - $828	Average Duration19h 29m	CO₂ emissions 83kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Cincinnati?

Stops in New York City

A
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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B
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87492 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $148

Greyhound New York City Cincinnati recent customer reviews

My trip was very pleasant and fun especially from Cleveland to Cincinnati with Tina, the driver. She was making us laugh thru some jokes...

Farida N.

February 9, 2020

It was good jus need more hot food stops

Oneil P.

February 5, 2021

So nice drivers

Ali S.

January 29, 2020

FlixBus

3.5/511,973 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54,431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Cincinnati by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Cincinnati start from $148. The average price for this route is around $260. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New York City to Cincinnati?
The average bus travel time from New York City to Cincinnati is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 908 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Cincinnati at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from New York City to Cincinnati generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from New York City to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4430 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Cincinnati?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01-07

$330

01-08

$260

Today

$269

01-10

$315

01-11

$293

01-12

$249

01-13

$281

01-14

$228

The cheapest trip from New York City to Cincinnati was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $228

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

You can expect to pay from $228 to $338 for a bus ticket from New York City to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $228 which is on 2026-01-14.