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Charlotte to Cincinnati Bus Schedule

Bus from Charlotte to Cincinnati: Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Charlotte to Cincinnati. Traveling by bus from Charlotte to Cincinnati usually takes around 33 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 27 hours and 15 minutes.

	Distance	335 mi (540 km)
	Shortest duration	27h 15m
	Cheapest price	DKK 940.62
	Most frequent service	Barons Bus Lines
	Bus lines	2

How much is a bus ticket from Charlotte to Cincinnati?

Bus tickets for a trip from Charlotte to Cincinnati cost DKK 1,048.76 on average. Bus tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the bus is often more affordable than flying to Cincinnati. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly avg. prices

If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Cincinnati, mark your calendar for August. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just DKK 571. However, taking the bus from Charlotte to Cincinnati during October is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of DKK 986. The best way to find deals on a trip in October is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What bus companies travel from Charlotte to Cincinnati?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Charlotte to Cincinnati that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Barons Bus Lines	1	1d 9h 35m	DKK 1,057.39
Greyhound	1	1d 6h 0m	DKK 1,543.60

Book Barons Bus Lines from Charlotte to Cincinnati from DKK 941. Typically there is one Barons Bus Lines schedule per day from Charlotte to Cincinnati and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Cincinnati. In Charlotte, Barons Bus Lines departs to Cincinnati from 518 W 4Th St . In Cincinnati, Barons Bus Lines arrives at University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St .
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Charlotte to Cincinnati takes 33 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Cincinnati in 27 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Cincinnati.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 1 bus trips from Charlotte to Cincinnati every day, with the average journey taking around 30 hours and 0 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Cincinnati usually start from DKK 1,537.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Charlotte to Cincinnati

The bus takes an average of 33 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 335 miles from Charlotte to Cincinnati. However, the fastest bus only takes 27 hours and 15 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 Charlotte to Cincinnati 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

There is usually only one bus per day from Charlotte to Cincinnati. It leaves the station in Charlotte at 5:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Charlotte to Cincinnati. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Charlotte to Cincinnati; ticket prices start at DKK 966.57.

City Information

Charlotte

A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the museum also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city center, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.

Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.

Charlotte’s busiest bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travelers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city center.

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.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Charlotte?

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Main departure station: 518 W 4Th St

The bus station at 518 W 4th St in Charlotte welcomes travelers on journeys to destinations including New York City, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta. Both Greyhound and Jefferson Lines bus services operate from this station, and available inside the station are restrooms, an ATM, and vending machines. Downtown Charlotte is within a few minutes’ walk, including Bank of America Stadium, home of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. For those continuing their travels from Charlotte by train, the bus station is just 2 miles from Charlotte’s Amtrak station.

All bus stations in Charlotte:

518 W 4Th St

Where does the bus arrive in Cincinnati?

Main arrival station: University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Cincinnati.

All bus stations in Cincinnati:

University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St
Downtown 466-436 E Court St

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