Question 1

Is it safe to travel by bus from Chicago to Cincinnati during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all bus passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the bus.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

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Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

Question 3

What bus companies travel from Chicago to Cincinnati?

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There are a couple of bus lines that have daily service from Chicago, Illinois to Cincinnati, Ohio. Of these two services, Barons Bus Lines usually offers more choice, with 4 bus trips per day.

Question 4

How much is a bus ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati?

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Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $45.37 was the low point for bus fares from Chicago to Cincinnati. Buses from Cincinnati to Chicago are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $45.37 could be considered a great deal.
The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 23 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $48.28 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 5

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Chicago to Cincinnati every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Chicago to Cincinnati; ticket prices start at $52.93.

Question 6

How long is the bus ride?

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The bus usually takes around 11 hours and 48 minutes  to cover the 252 miles (406 kilometers) from Chicago, IL to Cincinnati, OH. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 25 minutes.  The trip is definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable on the bus. It's a good idea to bring water and snacks.

Question 7

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Chicago?

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The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Chicago to Cincinnati, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 8

Where does the bus arrive in Cincinnati?

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These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Cincinnati, Ohio:

Question 9

Where does the bus leave from in Chicago?

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Most buses depart from the main station in Chicago, Illinois:

Question 10

Prices as travel date approaches

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The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Cincinnati is by booking your trip as early as possible, as most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. That’s why you should book at least 23 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $48.28 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 11

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next four weeks, the average daily price of Chicago to Cincinnati bus tickets is expected to range from to . If you are looking to travel to Cincinnati within the next week, you can find bus tickets as cheap as .
As of today, the next cheapest bus trip from Chicago to Cincinnati is on and it costs . Just search on Wanderu for Chicago to Cincinnati bus trips using the form above and sort the results by cheapest to see the best available deals for the date on which you plan to hit the road.

Question 12

Monthly average prices

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Traveling from Chicago to Cincinnati by bus will cost you about the same regardless of the time of year for which you plan your trip. In general, bus ticket prices for that route don’t fluctuate much throughout the year, so expect to pay around  whenever you decide to board the bus to Cincinnati.

Question 13

Need a return trip from Cincinnati to Chicago?

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Question 14

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

Cheapest price	$45.37
Shortest duration	9h 25m
Trips per day	7
Bus lines	2

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Barons Bus Lines	4	12h 38m	$97.37
Greyhound	3	11h 13m	$53.53

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