What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati is to bus which costs $50 - $90 and takes 7h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $150 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Madison & Canal and arriving at Cincinnati via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Cincinnati?

The distance between Des Plaines and Cincinnati is 283 miles. The road distance is 305.2 miles.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Cincinnati without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs $50 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Cincinnati bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Plaines to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $150 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $90 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Cincinnati station.

What is the time difference between Des Plaines and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Des Plaines. It is currently 2:48 AM in Des Plaines and 3:48 AM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Cincinnati is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Des Plaines to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 583+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Des Plaines to Cincinnati - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Plaines to Cincinnati by plane, bus (Flixbus), car, train, or subway

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Covington
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG)plane ORD - CVG
3h 26m
$152–802
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnatibus FlixBus 2514 / ...
7h 34m
$52–88
Drive 303.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Cincinnaticar 303.4 mi
5h 27m
$56–80
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
4h 18m
$115–673
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Covington (CVG)plane MDW - CVG
4h 42m
$88–562

Des Plaines to Cincinnati by train and bus (Flixbus)

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7h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280.9 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati twice daily. Tickets cost $45–80 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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