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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Cincinnati is to bus via Columbus which costs $80 - $140 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 35m and costs $140 - $850.

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 $230 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m 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 35m and costs $140 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus via Columbus, which costs $80 - $140 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 668+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Rochester to Cincinnati - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Cincinnati by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Fly Rochester to Covington
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Covington (CVG)plane ROC - CVG
4h 35m
$149–822
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Buffalobus Adt N810-D / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cincinnatibus Bsb 11
13h 35m
$65–170
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
$230–354
Bus via Columbus
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
$82–135
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 25m
$122–593
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 23m
$162–237

Rochester to Cincinnati by train and bus

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11h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 478.1 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Delta, United Airlines, 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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