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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cincinnati to Washington, DC from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$88
tomorrow
$82
Saturday
$85
Sunday
$99
Monday
$82
Tuesday
$86
Wednesday
$114

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 10m 2:35 PM Cincinnati Downtown 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $88
FlixBus 15h 45m 3:00 PM Cincinnati University of Cincinnati 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $88
Greyhound US 18h 5m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $88

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 32h 10m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $82
FlixBus 16h 35m 2:10 PM Cincinnati Downtown 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 15h 45m 3:00 PM Cincinnati University of Cincinnati 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 18h 5m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $113
Greyhound US 22h 0m 4:25 AM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $122

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 18h 5m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $85
Greyhound US 22h 0m 4:25 AM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $86
FlixBus 16h 35m 2:10 PM Cincinnati Downtown 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $92
FlixBus 15h 45m 3:00 PM Cincinnati University of Cincinnati 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $92

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 18h 5m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $99
Greyhound US 22h 0m 4:25 AM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100
FlixBus 16h 35m 2:10 PM Cincinnati Downtown 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $101
FlixBus 15h 45m 3:00 PM Cincinnati University of Cincinnati 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $101
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cincinnati to Washington, DC via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      22h 0m
      0
      4:25 AM
      Cincinnati
      Greyhound Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $82
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Greyhound US
      0h 45m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      2:25 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 22h 0m 4:25 AM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $82
Greyhound US 18h 5m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $82
FlixBus 16h 35m 2:10 PM Cincinnati Downtown 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $87
FlixBus 15h 45m 3:00 PM Cincinnati University of Cincinnati 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $87

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 22h 0m 4:25 AM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $86
Greyhound US 18h 5m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $87
Greyhound US 23h 55m 10:25 AM Cincinnati Downtown 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $87
Greyhound US 32h 10m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $87
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cincinnati to Washington, DC via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      22h 0m
      0
      4:25 AM
      Cincinnati
      E Galbraith Rd
      1:35 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $71
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Greyhound US
      0h 45m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      2:25 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 3h 55m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 22h 0m 4:25 AM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $114
Greyhound US 18h 5m 5:30 PM Cincinnati E Galbraith Rd 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $114
Greyhound US 23h 55m 10:25 AM Cincinnati Downtown 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $114
FlixBus 28h 35m 7:00 AM Cincinnati University of Cincinnati 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $114
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cincinnati to Washington, DC via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 45m
      0
      3:00 PM
      Cincinnati
      University of Cincinnati
      5:55 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $70
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Greyhound US
      0h 45m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      6:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
    Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save $40

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC is $71 on 5/28/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cincinnati and Washington, DC

See here how frequent the connections between Cincinnati and Washington, DC are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Cincinnati to Washington, DC. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Cincinnati and Washington, DC.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 39 buses from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cincinnati and Washington, DC, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cincinnati to Washington, DC starting from $71!

Cheapest Bus $71
Fastest Bus 15h 45m
Earliest Bus 2:35 PM
Latest Bus 5:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 8 Ø
Distance 404.1 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cincinnati for Washington, DC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/03
Monday 05/04
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
$78
Friday 05/08
$90
Saturday 05/09
$78
Sunday 05/10
$78
Monday 05/11
$76
Tuesday 05/12
$76
Wednesday 05/13
$90
Thursday 05/14
$81
Friday 05/15
$76
Saturday 05/16
$78
Sunday 05/17
$76
Monday 05/18
$86
Tuesday 05/19
$76
Wednesday 05/20
$101
Thursday 05/21
$72
Friday 05/22
$104
Saturday 05/23
$81
Sunday 05/24
$104
Monday 05/25
$108
Tuesday 05/26
$104
Wednesday 05/27
$71
Thursday 05/28
$71
Friday 05/29
$91
Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $71, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $78.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, with $71. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $87.

How to save money travelling from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cincinnati to Washington, DC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cincinnati to Washington, DC are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

These are the most booked bus companies between Cincinnati to Washington, DC from our users.

Greyhound US from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Cincinnati to Washington, DC:

Cheapest Price $81
Fastest Bus 18h 5m
Earliest Bus 5:30 PM
Last Bus 5:30 PM
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 5/1/2026

All bus stations and stops in Cincinnati and Washington, DC

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cincinnati and Washington, DC.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cincinnati to Washington, DC? Or which bus companies serve the route Cincinnati to Washington, DC? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cincinnati to Washington, DC bus

How much does a Cincinnati Washington, DC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $71 and takes 22h 0m to reach Washington, DC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cincinnati to Washington, DC?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $71 and $126. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Washington, DC.

On average, how many connections are available from Cincinnati to Washington, DC each day?

Every day, the Cincinnati to Washington, DC bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cincinnati to Washington, DC take?

The fastest bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC is offered by FlixBus and takes 15h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $88. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC?

The earliest bus arriving in Washington, DC from Cincinnati starts at 2:35 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC?

The latest bus trip departing from Cincinnati for Washington, DC starts at 5:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cincinnati Washington, DC route?

When traveling by bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Washington, DC?

You can check all the direct connections between Cincinnati and Washington, DC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Cincinnati to Washington, DC bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cincinnati Washington, DC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cincinnati Washington, DC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cincinnati to Washington, DC?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 8 daily trips between Cincinnati and Washington, DC. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cincinnati to Washington, DC?

Prices and availability for 8 trips between Cincinnati and Washington, DC change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cincinnati to Washington, DC

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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