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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Toledo to Cincinnati?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Toledo to Cincinnati.
Bus | Train | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. Price€68.00 | Avg. Price€100.95 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration13h 54m | Duration21h 29m |
Bus from Toledo to Cincinnati: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Toledo to Cincinnati. Traveling by bus from Toledo to Cincinnati usually takes around 13 hours and 51 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 184 mi (296 km) |
Shortest duration | 11h 20m |
Cheapest price | €56.43 |
Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |

How much is a bus ticket from Toledo to Cincinnati?
Bus tickets for a trip from Toledo to Cincinnati cost €68.77 on average. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than €68.77. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Toledo to Cincinnati?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Toledo to Cincinnati. Barons Bus Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Barons Bus Lines | 3 | 13h 51m | €69.06 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Toledo to Cincinnati from €56. There are 3 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Toledo to Cincinnati and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Cincinnati. In Toledo, Barons Bus Lines departs to Cincinnati from MLK Plaza - 415 Emerald Ave . In Cincinnati, Barons Bus Lines arrives at University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St .
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Toledo to Cincinnati takes 13 hours and 51 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Cincinnati in 11 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Cincinnati.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Toledo to Cincinnati
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 184 miles from Toledo to Cincinnati. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 20 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Cincinnati. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Toledo to Cincinnati, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Toledo 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 Toledo to Cincinnati; ticket prices start at €103.15.
City Information
Toledo

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Once an industrial powerhouse, Toledo houses many important cultural institutions in the state of Ohio. The city's premier tourist attraction is the Toledo Museum of Art, which houses important works by world-renowned artists such as Vincent Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso. The museum also has separate sections dedicated to Japanese arts and African arts. Close to the museum itself is The Old West End, a historic quarter with many old buildings and ancient trees more than 100 years old. To get familiar with the local flora, head to the Toledo Botanical Garden to view its collection of herbs and local plants.
Toledo is famous for its many budget restaurants, which offer great foods at affordable price points. Some notable local establishments include Rudy's Hot Dogs and Gino's Pizza. If you can afford to splurge a bit, check out Fowl and Fodder, which uses local ingredients for its incredible dishes.
Bus and train service make it easy to travel to Toledo, and you can catch a flight at the Toledo Express Airport, just 14.2 miles away 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 Toledo?

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Link to image attributionMain departure station: MLK Plaza - 415 Emerald Ave
The majority of Toledo’s ground travel operates from MLK Plaza at 415 Emerald Ave. The station was named in honor of the late Martin Luther King Jr and opened in 1950. The station offers today’s travelers many amenities, including customer service staff, restrooms, and a Subway on-site. The station serves Amtrak’s Capitol Limited line from Chicago to Washington, D.C., as well as the Lake Shore Limited line from Chicago to New York City. Intercity bus service on Jefferson Lines and Barons Bus Lines also runs through MLK Plaza.
All bus stations in Toledo:
MLK Plaza - 415 Emerald Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Cincinnati?
Main arrival station: University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St
All buses from Toledo arrive at one main station in Cincinnati.
All bus stations in Cincinnati:
University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St
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