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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Baltimore to Cincinnati?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Baltimore to Cincinnati.
Bus | Train | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. Price$110.55 | Avg. Price$124.20 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration20h 52m | Duration16h 59m |
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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Baltimore to Cincinnati. Traveling by train from Baltimore to Cincinnati usually takes 17 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Cardinal train can make the trip in 15 hours and 57 minutes.
Distance | 423 mi (681 km) |
Fastest train | 15h 57m |
Lowest price | $94.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Baltimore to Cincinnati?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Baltimore to Cincinnati was $106.00. Tickets for this route are somewhat expensive, given the distance between Baltimore and Cincinnati. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Cincinnati if you book your train tickets at least 24 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $108.50.
Average train ticket prices from Baltimore to Cincinnati by month
Which train should you take from Baltimore to Cincinnati?
2 train services operate from Baltimore to Cincinnati. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 2 | 17h 28m | $160.92 |
Amtrak Cardinal | 1 | 16h 1m | $141.30 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Baltimore to Cincinnati every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $107.
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café. There are usually 1 Cardinal trips from Baltimore to Cincinnati per day, with an average trip length of 16 hours and 1 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Baltimore to Cincinnati
The distance between Baltimore and Cincinnati is approximately 423 miles, or 681 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours and 2 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 57 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Baltimore to Cincinnati. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Baltimore at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Baltimore to Cincinnati. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cincinnati to Baltimore.
City Information
Baltimore
Baltimore is a seaport in Maryland best known for its crab cakes and baseball legend, Babe Ruth. As there is plenty to see in Charm City, you'll be singing "Good Morning, Baltimore'' as soon as you experience all of the sights and activities this quirky town has to offer.
Some of Baltimore's most impressive attractions are centered in and around Inner Harbor. This scenic waterfront is filled with historic ships, dating as far back as the Civil War in the case of the USS Constellation. Alongside shops and restaurants, Inner Harbor also hosts the National Aquarium, the Maryland Science Center, and several entertainment venues where you can catch live music. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the harbor from atop Federal Hill Park, or if you prefer the view that inspired "The Star Spangled Banner," head out to Fort McHenry, known for its role in the War of 1812.
Baltimore is one of the stops on Wanderu's recommended East Coast wine tour, but don't worry about racking up a hefty tab; luckily, Baltimore is also one of the cheapest drinking cities in the U.S., with the cheapest bottle of beer going for just $1.42. Enjoy your wine or beer along the Avenue in Hampden, a neighborhood known for its hipster bars, restaurants, and boutiques.
Ready to plan your Baltimore adventure? Numerous bus and train options make Baltimore affordably accessible by ground transportation, and Baltimore-Washington International Airport not only offers hundreds of daily flights, it also is one of the best airports for food in the U.S.
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 is the train station in Baltimore?
Main departure station: Amtrak - MARC Station (BWI)
There are two stations in Baltimore where you can board the train to Cincinnati.
All train stations in Baltimore:
Amtrak - MARC Station (BWI)
Penn Station - 1500 N Charles St
Where is the train station in Cincinnati?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Terminal - 1301 Western Ave
Cincinnati’s Union Terminal is a living museum and train station with service operated by Amtrak. The art deco train station opened in 1933 and is now part of the Cincinnati Museum Center. Visitors can ogle dinosaur skeletons in the Museum of Natural History and travel back in time to an old-fashioned city street in the Cincinnati History Museum. To serve the 1.4 million annual visitors to these museums, the center offers a coat check, gift shops, and three dining rooms where travelers can stop in for ice cream or a draft beer before boarding their train. Amtrak’s Cardinal line runs through Union Terminal on its route from Chicago to New York, and travelers can travel to other cities along this line, such as Toledo and Cleveland.
All train stations in Cincinnati:
Union Terminal - 1301 Western Ave
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