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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Cincinnati Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Cincinnati (Downtown) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Cincinnati Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Cincinnati (Downtown) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Schuylkill & Walnut | Cincinnati Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Cincinnati
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 17 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Cincinnati?
Stops in Philadelphia
- AOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- 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
- A1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
- B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA
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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 $118. The average price for this route is around $156. 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 20h 55m, covering a distance of 805 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?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Cincinnati at 7:10am. 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 87522 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 4.0 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $154To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $154 to $361 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $154 which is on 2026-02-19.
