How much does a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Philadelphia cost?

The bus ticket price from Cincinnati to Philadelphia starts at US$68. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

The average travel time between Cincinnati and Philadelphia is around 1d 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 803 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cincinnati and Philadelphia?

The number of buses from Cincinnati to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cincinnati to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

When taking the bus from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

Buses travelling between Cincinnati and Philadelphia leave from Greyhound Station or Northland Blvd and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

Bus Cincinnati to Philadelphia from US$80 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 3h	20:40	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	17:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	21:25	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 3h	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:25	Cincinnati (Downtown)	1d 10h	20:40	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:25	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	21:25	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	17:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	21:25	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:25	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 7h	00:50	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 15m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:20	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 8h	12:45	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:25	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	21:25	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 15m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:25	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	19h 30m	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:30	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 15m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 4h	21:25	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:20	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 7h	11:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

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

1train per day

17h 14mAverage duration

808 kmDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$68 - US$340	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$98 - US$1 012	Average duration17h 14m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Bus Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$109

Average bus trip duration1d 6h

Number of daily buses24

Earliest bus departure03:20

Distance808 km

Latest bus departure17:30

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 348 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 163 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Cincinnati to Philadelphia Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Philadelphia?

Stops in Cincinnati

A - Greyhound Station

B - Northland Blvd

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cincinnati - Philadelphia, PA

How much does a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Philadelphia cost?
The bus ticket price from Cincinnati to Philadelphia starts at US$68. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The average travel time between Cincinnati and Philadelphia is around 1d 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 803 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cincinnati and Philadelphia?
The number of buses from Cincinnati to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cincinnati to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
When taking the bus from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
Buses travelling between Cincinnati and Philadelphia leave from Greyhound Station or Northland Blvd and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/11

US$146

02/11

US$142

Today

US$154

04/11

US$132

05/11

US$128

06/11

US$98

07/11

US$90

08/11

US$98

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of US$90

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 US$90 to US$167 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 US$90, which is on 2025-11-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cincinnati to Philadelphia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cincinnati to Philadelphia.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 6h	Avg priceUS$109	Daily departures24
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time17h 14m	Avg priceUS$120	Daily departures1

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