Bus San Diego to Cincinnati: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from San Diego to Cincinnati

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

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Thursday

$182

Friday

$167

Saturday

Sunday

$159

Monday

$142

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	62h 35m	7:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	1:20 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	Economy	$182	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/3/2026 7:45:00 PM to University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $182 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 35m
FlixBus	63h 40m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$194	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/3/2026 9:25:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $194 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 40m
FlixBus	63h 15m	9:50 AM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$195	A Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 9/3/2026 9:50:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $195 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 15m
Greyhound US	53h 20m	7:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$209	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/3/2026 7:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $209 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 20m
Greyhound US	52h 35m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	5:25 PM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$214	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/3/2026 9:50:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 5:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $214 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	52h 35m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	5:25 PM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$167	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/4/2026 9:50:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 5:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 35m
FlixBus	63h 40m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$184	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/4/2026 9:25:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $184 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 40m
FlixBus	63h 15m	9:50 AM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$184	A Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 9/4/2026 9:50:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $184 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 15m
Greyhound US	53h 20m	7:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$184	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/4/2026 7:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $184 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 20m
Greyhound US	62h 35m	7:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	1:20 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	Economy	$188	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/4/2026 7:45:00 PM to University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $188 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	62h 35m	7:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	1:20 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	Economy	$159	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/6/2026 7:45:00 PM to University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $159 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 35m
Greyhound US	52h 35m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	5:25 PM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$181	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/6/2026 9:50:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/8/2026 5:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 35m
FlixBus	63h 40m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$183	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/6/2026 9:25:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $183 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 40m
Greyhound US	53h 20m	7:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$184	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/6/2026 7:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $184 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 20m
FlixBus	63h 15m	9:50 AM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$186	A Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 9/6/2026 9:50:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $186 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	62h 35m	7:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	1:20 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	Economy	$142	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/7/2026 7:45:00 PM to University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $142 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 35m
FlixBus	63h 40m	9:25 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$164	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/7/2026 9:25:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $164 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 40m
Greyhound US	52h 35m	9:50 AM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	5:25 PM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$164	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/7/2026 9:50:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 5:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $164 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 35m
FlixBus	63h 15m	9:50 AM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$165	A Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 9/7/2026 9:50:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $165 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 15m
Greyhound US	53h 20m	7:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	4:05 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$167	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 9/7/2026 7:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San Diego to Cincinnati is $133 on 9/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between San Diego and Cincinnati

See here how frequent the connections between San Diego and Cincinnati are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from San Diego to Cincinnati. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between San Diego and Cincinnati.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 buses from San Diego to Cincinnati, while Evening sees the fewest connections between San Diego and Cincinnati, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from San Diego to Cincinnati

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from San Diego to Cincinnati in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Diego to Cincinnati starting from $133!

Cheapest Bus	$133
Fastest Bus	55h 35m
Earliest Bus	9:25 AM
Latest Bus	7:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	1,867.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from San Diego to Cincinnati

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Diego for Cincinnati: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/01/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/30

Monday 08/31

Tuesday 09/01

Wednesday 09/02

Thursday 09/03

$182

Friday 09/04

$167

Saturday 09/05

Sunday 09/06

$159

Monday 09/07

$142

Tuesday 09/08

$181

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$176

Friday 09/11

Saturday 09/12

$161

Sunday 09/13

$152

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

$158

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

$156

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

$133

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

$157

Saturday 09/26

The cheapest time to travel from San Diego to Cincinnati

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from San Diego to Cincinnati, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $137, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Diego to Cincinnati. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $176.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Diego to Cincinnati, with $142. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $164.

How to save money travelling from San Diego to Cincinnati

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 San Diego to Cincinnati 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 San Diego to Cincinnati, 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 San Diego to Cincinnati are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from San Diego to Cincinnati

These are the most booked bus companies between San Diego to Cincinnati from our users.

FlixBus from San Diego to Cincinnati

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route San Diego to Cincinnati:

Cheapest Price	$164
Fastest Bus	66h 15m
Earliest Bus	9:25 AM
Last Bus	9:50 AM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	8/7/2026

Greyhound US from San Diego to Cincinnati

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route San Diego to Cincinnati:

Cheapest Price	$142
Fastest Bus	55h 35m
Earliest Bus	9:50 AM
Last Bus	7:45 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	8/7/2026

All bus stations and stops in San Diego and Cincinnati

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

Old Town Transit Center

Congress Street 2727

San Ysidro Transit Center

E San Ysidro Blvd 723

Santa Fe Depot

Kettner Blvd 1050

Seaport Village

W Harbor Dr 789

Downtown

University of Cincinnati

Commons Way 2815

Greyhound Bus Station

Gilbert Ave 1005

E Galbraith Rd

Downtown

E Court St 419

Hughes STEM High School

2515 Clifton Ave

Service and Comfort on the bus from San Diego to Cincinnati

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

FAQs about the San Diego to Cincinnati bus

How much does a San Diego Cincinnati bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $133 and takes 65h 35m to reach Cincinnati. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from San Diego to Cincinnati?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $133 and $214. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cincinnati.

On average, how many connections are available from San Diego to Cincinnati each day?

Every day, the San Diego to Cincinnati bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from San Diego to Cincinnati take?

The fastest bus from San Diego to Cincinnati is offered by Greyhound US and takes 55h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $214. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from San Diego to Cincinnati?

The earliest bus arriving in Cincinnati from San Diego starts at 9:25 AM. 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 San Diego to Cincinnati?

The latest bus trip departing from San Diego for Cincinnati starts at 7:45 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 San Diego Cincinnati route?

When traveling by bus from San Diego to Cincinnati, 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 San Diego and Cincinnati?

You can check all the direct connections between San Diego and Cincinnati 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 San Diego to Cincinnati 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 San Diego Cincinnati 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 San Diego Cincinnati 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 San Diego to Cincinnati on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route San Diego to Cincinnati

Economy

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

More bus routes to San Diego and to Cincinnati

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to San Diego and to Cincinnati. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!