Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Cincinnati

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TodayJul 30
TomorrowJul 31
from US$122
FriAug 1
from US$146
SatAug 2
SunAug 3
MonAug 4
from US$111
TueAug 5
WedAug 6

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Cincinnati
    Destination location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Cincinnati
    Destination location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Cincinnati
    Destination location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Cincinnati
    Destination location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Cincinnati
    Destination location: Cincinnati (Downtown)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Cincinnati

Bus
Average PriceUS$79 - US$291Average Duration21h 30m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$80 - US$804Average Duration14h 32m
59kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Cincinnati

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
21h 30mAverage Duration
US$79Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Cincinnati: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$109
Average Bus Trip Duration21h 30m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure12:40am
Distance661 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Washington to Cincinnati Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Washington to Cincinnati.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cincinnati from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Cincinnati

  1. What is the travel distance from Washington to Cincinnati?

    Washington and Cincinnati are 643 km (399 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Washington to Cincinnati?

    Buses departing from Union Station in Washington will take you to Greyhound Station in Cincinnati.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-28
US$79
07-29
US$96
Today
US$108
07-31
US$115
08-01
US$152
08-02
US$74
08-03
US$93
08-04
US$104
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Cincinnati was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of US$74

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

You can expect to pay from US$74 to US$182 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$74 which is on 2025-08-02.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus from Washington, DC, US to Cincinnati

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Train from Washington, DC, US to Cincinnati

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