Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Diego to Cincinnati on February 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Balboa Park
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $573, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
2d 8hAverage Duration
3015 kmDistance
75kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$573 - $771Average Duration2d 8h
75kg CO₂e
Average Price$520 - $520Average Duration2d 10h
274kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Cincinnati?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Cincinnati start from $573. The average price for this route is around $628. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Cincinnati?

    The average bus travel time from San Diego to Cincinnati is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 3015 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Cincinnati route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Cincinnati?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Cincinnati at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Cincinnati?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Cincinnati generates an estimated 75 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 87518 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Cincinnati?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego 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.

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$563
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