How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia start from $85. The average price for this route is around $133. 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 Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Philadelphia is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 502 miles (809 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Philadelphia at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

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 87387 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

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 Cincinnati to Philadelphia from $95 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Philadelphia on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 6h	12:05am	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 15m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 50m	1:20pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	10:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Philadelphia on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	10:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 50m	1:20pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 15m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Philadelphia on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 3h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 50m	1:20pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 15m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Philadelphia on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	1d 5h	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 50m	1:20pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 15m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Philadelphia on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 8h	12:30pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 50m	1:20pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 15m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Philadelphia on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 6h	12:05am	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 6h	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 50m	1:20pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:09 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 17 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

17h 14mAverage Duration

501 milesDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $456	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$98 - $464	Average Duration17h 14m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Philadelphia?

Stops in Cincinnati

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

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
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,507 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA 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 Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia start from $85. The average price for this route is around $133. 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 Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Philadelphia is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 502 miles (809 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Philadelphia at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Philadelphia generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
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.

Best price found

12/01

$207

12/02

$149

Today

$170

12/04

$149

12/05

$108

12/06

$117

12/07

$117

12/08

$111

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $108

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $108 to $235 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-12-05.