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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati is to bus which costs $80 - $130 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $160 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Cincinnati via Buffalo and Columbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Rochester to Cincinnati?

The distance between Rochester and Cincinnati is 481 miles. The road distance is 501.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 49m and costs $110 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Rochester to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Cincinnati bus from?

Rochester to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Rochester to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $160 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $130 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Rochester to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Rochester to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Cincinnati is 502 miles. It takes approximately 8h 32m to drive from Rochester to Cincinnati.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rochester to Cincinnati?

Book your Rochester to Cincinnati bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 662+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Rochester to Cincinnati - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Rochester to Cincinnati by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly Rochester to Covington
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Covington (CVG)plane ROC - CVG
4h 38m
$169–922
Bus via Akron
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Buffalobus 308 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo, NY to Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akronbus
3. Take the bus from Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron to Cincinnati - Downtownbus
12h 30m
$64–175
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Toledotrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Covington Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0135
11h 49m
$116–254
Train, bus via Cleveland
1. Take the train from Rochester to Cleveland Amtraktrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Cleveland to Cincinnatibus Bsb 27 / ...
12h 6m
$90–222
Drive 498.8 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Cincinnaticar 498.8 mi
8h 32m
$91–132
Fly Rochester to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane ROC - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Cincinnaticar
5h 39m
$127–593
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Covington (CVG)plane BUF - CVG
6h 49m
$162–256
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Columbusbus
3. Take the bus from Columbus to Cincinnatibus
12h 15m
$80–123

Rochester to Cincinnati by train and bus

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11h 49mAverage Duration

$116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 478.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Rochester (ROC) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Cincinnati via Buffalo and Columbus in around 12h 15m.

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