How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Cincinnati?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Cincinnati start at R 2 047. The average price for this route is around R 2 868. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Cincinnati?

The average bus journey time from Richmond to Cincinnati is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 642 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 31m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Cincinnati route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Cincinnati at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Cincinnati produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Richmond to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Cincinnati?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Richmond to Cincinnati from R 1 695 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Cincinnati on 5 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 10m	10:20	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Cheapest
	12:00	Staples Mill Road	13h 31m	01:31	Union Terminal	Fastest
	12:00	Staples Mill Road	13h 31m	01:31	Union Terminal	No tags
	05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	21h 40m	03:25	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 3h	17:15	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Cincinnati on 8 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25	Henrico	1d 5h	17:15	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	19h 30m	09:40	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	21h 40m	03:25	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 3h	17:15	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags
	20:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 6h	03:25	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:47 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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 20 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just R 5 103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

20h 39mAverage duration

636 kmDistance

58kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 047 - R 5 279	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 103 - R 5 103	Average duration20h 39m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Cincinnati?

Stops in Richmond

A
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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C
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 515 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Cincinnati by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Cincinnati start at R 2 047. The average price for this route is around R 2 868. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Cincinnati?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Cincinnati is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 642 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Cincinnati at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from Richmond to Cincinnati produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Richmond to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Cincinnati?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Cincinnati?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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

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Today

R 2 743

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R 2 289

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08/12

R 1 948

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Cincinnati was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 948

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 948 to R 7 478 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 948, which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.