Bus from New York City to Cincinnati: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Cincinnati on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Cincinnati Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Cincinnati Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Cincinnati (Downtown)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Cincinnati (Downtown)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
GW Bridge
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 14:30 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City 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 18 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just £86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
18h 51mAverage duration
569 milesDistance
83kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£77 - £352Average duration23h 15m
23kg CO₂e
Average price£86 - £291Average duration18h 51m
83kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from New York City to Cincinnati

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Cincinnati?

    The cheapest coach tickets from New York City to Cincinnati start from £77. The average price for this route is around £123. 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 journey from New York City to Cincinnati?

    The average bus journey time from New York City to Cincinnati is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 567 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Cincinnati route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Cincinnati?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Cincinnati at 09:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Cincinnati?

    A bus journey from New York City to Cincinnati produces an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from New York City to Cincinnati?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Cincinnati?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New York City to Cincinnati?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Cincinnati?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
26/11
£309
27/11
£218
Today
£245
29/11
£310
30/11
£266
01/12
£151
02/12
£180
03/12
£136
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Cincinnati was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £136

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

You can expect to pay from £136 to £312 for a bus ticket from New York City to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £136, which is on 2025-12-03.

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