What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati is to bus which costs $40 - $70 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati is to subway and fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $150 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Cincinnati?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Cincinnati. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Cincinnati is 296 miles. The road distance is 288.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati?

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati takes 5h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati bus from?

Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $40 - $70. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $150 - $850 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Cincinnati station.

What is the time difference between Chicago Union Station and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Chicago Union Station. It is currently 6:12 AM in Chicago Union Station and 7:12 AM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati is 288 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati?

Book your Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 662+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or subway

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnatibus FlixBus 2514 / ...
5h 54m
$40–70
Drive 286.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnaticar 286.6 mi
5h 3m
$53–76
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Covington
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG)plane ORD - CVG
4h 7m
$154–807
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the subway from Quincy to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Covington (CVG)plane MDW - CVG
3h 49m
$154–367
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane ORD - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Cincinnaticar
5h 7m
$58–318

Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati by foot and bus (Flixbus)

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Distance: 294.3 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati twice daily. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG) hourly.

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