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Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from Cincinnati to New York. Traveling by bus from Cincinnati to New York usually takes around 21 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance567 mi (913 km)
Shortest duration18h 5m
Cheapest price€66.48
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
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How much is a bus ticket from Cincinnati to New York?

€90.26 is the average price of a bus ticket from Cincinnati to New York. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Average prices by travel date

€152€102€51MarApr

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Cincinnati to New York is expected to range from €92 to €142. If you are looking to travel to New York within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from €92. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are €92 and can be found on 2 April 2024.

Monthly average prices

€115€92€69€46€23AMJJASONDJFM

The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in March. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just €87 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Cincinnati to New York in July, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to €113 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Prices as travel date approaches

€231€185€139€92€463020100

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 29 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save €153.96 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Cincinnati to New York?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cincinnati to New York. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound421h 7m€133.43
  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Cincinnati to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 21 hours and 7 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from €66.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there is a train from Cincinnati to New York. Cincinnati is one of the stops on Amtrak’s Cardinal line, which runs between New York and Chicago 3 days a week. However, the train does take about 18 hours 30 minutes, and usually costs about $132 for a one-way ticket. It’s a better bet to take a bus, since bus tickets start at just $38 and take as little as 15 hours 30 minutes.
A drive from Cincinnati to New York covers about 639 miles (about 1,028 kilometers). A bus takes about 15 to 18 hours to make this trip.
Yes, quite a few buses from Cincinnati to New York run overnight. You have options ranging from leaving Cincinnati at 12:30 p.m. and arriving at 7:50 a.m. the next day, through leaving at 10:05 p.m. and arriving at 3:00 p.m. the next day.

The bus takes an average of 21 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 913 kilometers from Cincinnati to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Cincinnati to New York for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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.

The first bus leaves at 16:00 and the last bus leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all buses from Cincinnati to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Cincinnati to New York 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 Cincinnati to New York; ticket prices start at €100.68.

City Information

Cincinnati

A city famous for its idyllic beauty and quaint quarters, Cincinnati is the destination for tourists who wish to stay away from a large crowd. On a bright sunny day in Cincinnati, head over to Eden Park. Encompassing over 183 acres of green space and tree groves, the park lives up to its name, and there are some scenic ponds where you can unwind as well as take a few amazing pictures. Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum might sound like a scary place to visit, but its tranquility and amazing landscape design, which was ahead of its time, will make it worth the while to check it out. For those who still crave some liveliness, watching a game at the Great American Ball Park, home of the oldest professional baseball team, the Cincinnati Reds, will be an unforgettable experience.

Cincinnati features a very diverse food scene in spite of its German roots. If you are looking to try out some refreshing Mediterranean dishes, head over to Abigail Street, one of the local favorites. For authentic German dishes, the door at Mecklenburg Gardens welcomes you.

There’s not a central bus station in the city, as each of the different bus carriers serving Cincinnati operates out of a different location. The principal Amtrak train station is the Union Terminal on Western Ave. Cincinnati is served by Amtrak’s Cardinal line. The city’s main airport is the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, which is located in Hebron, Kentucky.

New York

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New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Cincinnati?

Main departure station: 109 Seventh St W

Most buses depart from the main station in Cincinnati.

All bus stations in Cincinnati:

  • 109 Seventh St W

Where does the bus arrive in New York?

Main arrival station: Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

Buses arrive in New York at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Bus stations in New York:

  • Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

  • 7-11 - Jd Foods

  • GW Bridge Bus Station

  • 300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)

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