How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Cincinnati start from $126. The average price for this route is around $187. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Cincinnati is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 809 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Cincinnati route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Cincinnati at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Cincinnati from $134 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Cincinnati on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	19h 40m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Cincinnati on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 35m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Cincinnati on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 7h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Cincinnati on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 7h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Cincinnati on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 10m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 50m	10:20am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 55m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	19h 40m	9:40am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 17 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

17h 16mAverage Duration

808 kmDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $449	Average Duration22h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$138 - $349	Average Duration17h 16m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Cincinnati?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Visit page
B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,466 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,837 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Cincinnati start from $126. The average price for this route is around $187. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Cincinnati is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 809 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Cincinnati at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.