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

The bus ticket price from Columbus to Cincinnati starts at R 427. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Columbus to Cincinnati 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 Columbus to Cincinnati?

The average travel time between Columbus and Cincinnati is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 154 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Columbus to Cincinnati can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Columbus to Cincinnati by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Columbus to Cincinnati?

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

Bus Columbus to Cincinnati from R 318 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Columbus to Cincinnati on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2h 55m	12:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Cincinnati on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2h 55m	12:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Cincinnati on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2h 55m	12:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Cincinnati on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2h 55m	12:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Cincinnati on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2h 55m	12:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Cincinnati on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2h 55m	12:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 50m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:15 PM EST.

Get from Columbus to Cincinnati

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 427, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

151 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 379 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 35 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3.9 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 427, with the trip lasting on average 269.

Greyhound Columbus Cincinnati recent customer reviews

I am very disappointed with my experience. I had a 7:55am bus, but then at 8am they told us that there was no driver and so I was rescheduled for 245pm. Because of this, I missed very important customer meetings in Cincinnati. I was very disappointed in the lack of communication to the customers.

Marguerite C.

2 September 2021

Our bus came in late and they're was almost zero communication from greyhound staff as to why and how long we would be delayed. It appears that our bus was sitting there and our diver was shuffling around the station, looking lost. We finally got on the bus when a passenger seemed to initiate the loading. Our driver didn't speak the entire time except once when he said "keep your voices down" and nobody was being rowdy. There were no instructions when we arrived at the Cincinnati station for collecting luggage or reboarding. It was a very strange experience compared to other greyhound trips I've taken.

Anna W.

20 June 2019

This was my first time entering Greyhound and it was just horrible. Waited 4 hours for the bus. Had to run to form lines in order not to be left behind

Oluyemisi A.

31 December 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Cincinnati?

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Stops in Cincinnati

A - Greyhound Station

B - Northland Blvd

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Cincinnati by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Columbus to Cincinnati cost?
The bus ticket price from Columbus to Cincinnati starts at R 427. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Columbus to Cincinnati 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 Columbus to Cincinnati?
The average travel time between Columbus and Cincinnati is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 154 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Columbus and Cincinnati?
The number of buses from Columbus to Cincinnati can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Columbus to Cincinnati by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Columbus to Cincinnati?
When taking the bus from Columbus to Cincinnati, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

R 398

17/11

R 486

Today

R 451

19/11

R 398

20/11

R 389

21/11

R 451

22/11

R 451

23/11

R 469

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Cincinnati was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 389

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

You can expect to pay from R 389 to R 486 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 389, which is on 2025-11-20.