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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Cincinnati is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $140 - $600.

How far is it from Columbus to Cincinnati?

The distance between Columbus and Cincinnati is 474 miles. The road distance is 507.8 miles.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Columbus to Cincinnati, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Columbus and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Columbus. It is currently 9:23 AM in Columbus and 10:23 AM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Columbus to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Cincinnati is 508 miles. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Columbus to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 607+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Columbus to Cincinnati - 6 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbus to Cincinnati by plane, car, or bus

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Fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Covington (CVG)plane GTR - CVG
5h 26m
$141–598
Drive, bus via Louisville
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbus to Tupelocar
2. Take the bus from Tupelo to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Louisville, KY Bus Station to Cincinnati - Downtownbus
13h 59m
$92–211
Drive 504.8 mi
1. Drive from Columbus to Cincinnaticar 504.8 mi
9h 55m
$93–134
Drive, bus to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Columbus to Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Dowtowncar
2. Take the bus from Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Dowtown to Birmingham-Shuttlesworthbus
3. Fly from Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Covington (CVG)plane BHM - CVG
7h 48m
$168–732
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Columbus to Tupelocar
2. Take the bus from Tupelo to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Cincinnati Bus Stationbus
14h 17m
$122–222
Drive, bus via Atlanta
1. Drive from Columbus to Tuscaloosa Bus Stopcar
2. Take the bus from Tuscaloosa Bus Stop to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Cincinnati Bus Stationbus
17h 50m
$112–261

Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Covington (CVG) flights

21Weekly Planes

5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 470.8 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Columbus, MS, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

Delta and American Airlines fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Covington (CVG) 3 times a day.

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