What is the cheapest way to get from Charleston to Cincinnati?

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Cincinnati is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charleston to Cincinnati?

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Cincinnati is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Charleston to Cincinnati?

The distance between Charleston and Cincinnati is 289 miles. The road distance is 225.8 miles.

How do I travel from Charleston to Cincinnati without a car?

The best way to get from Charleston to Cincinnati without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Charleston to Cincinnati?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Charleston to Cincinnati, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Charleston and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Charleston. It is currently 8:22 PM in Charleston and 9:22 PM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Charleston to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Cincinnati is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Charleston to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 659+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Charleston to Cincinnati - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Charleston to Cincinnati by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Champaign to Indianapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Cincinnatibus
7h 22m
Drive 224.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charleston to Cincinnaticar 224.4 mi
4h 18m
$41–60
Taxi to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Charleston to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)taxi
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Covington (CVG)plane CMI - CVG
6h 29m
$193–613
Train, bus via Arlington Heights
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Cincinnati Bus Stationbus
8h 22m
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Charleston to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Covington (CVG)plane DEC - CVG
7h 20m
$221–650

University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Covington (CVG) flights

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Charleston, IL, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

There is no direct connection from Charleston to Cincinnati. However, you can take the taxi to Mattoon Amtrak Station, take the train to Champaign-Urbana, walk to Champaign, take the bus to Indianapolis, walk to Indianapolis, then take the bus to Cincinnati. Alternatively, you can drive from Charleston to Cincinnati in around 4h 18m.

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