How to get from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

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What is the best way to travel from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Cincinnati from Philadelphia. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
16h 10m
$138
$149
16
Flight
4h 10m
$160
$509
64

What is the cheapest way to reach Cincinnati from Philadelphia?

You can get to Cincinnati with just $138 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from $138
Friday
from $160
Saturday
Sunday
from $141
Monday
from $160

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $138
  • Greyhound US
    16h 50m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $138
  • Greyhound US
    23h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $139
  • Greyhound US
    16h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    9:40 AM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $141
  • FlixBus
    20h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $156

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 50m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $160
  • FlixBus
    20h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $161
  • Greyhound US
    20h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Philadelphia
    IRS Building
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $161
  • FlixBus
    19h 55m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    9:40 AM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $162
  • Greyhound US
    16h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    9:40 AM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $162
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 4m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    6:14 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $250
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 19m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:44 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $485
  • United Airlines
    4h 17m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    10:17 AM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $521
  • Alaska Airlines
    22h 55m
    0
    6:44 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:39 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $1,120
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    22h 55m
    0
    6:44 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:39 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $1,120

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    9:40 AM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $141
  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $142
  • Greyhound US
    16h 50m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $143
  • Greyhound US
    23h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $143
  • FlixBus
    20h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $144
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    25h 58m
    0
    3:46 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:44 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $240
  • Frontier Airlines
    27h 43m
    0
    5:01 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    8:44 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $248
  • Spirit Airlines
    23h 50m
    0
    8:54 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    8:44 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $288
  • Spirit Airlines
    16h 36m
    0
    8:54 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    1:30 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $310
  • United Airlines
    4h 10m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    7:00 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $522

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 51m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    8:56 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $160
  • Frontier Airlines
    29h 0m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    11:05 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $171
  • United Airlines
    19h 27m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    10:17 AM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $587
  • United Airlines
    4h 17m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    10:17 AM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $590
  • Alaska Airlines
    22h 55m
    0
    6:44 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:39 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $1,022

What are the fastest trips from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

You can get to Cincinnati from Philadelphia in just 4h 10m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 16h 10m
Friday
from 4h 17m
Saturday
Sunday
from 4h 10m
Monday
from 4h 17m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    9:40 AM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $141
  • Greyhound US
    16h 50m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $138
  • FlixBus
    20h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $156
  • Greyhound US
    23h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $139
  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $138

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    4h 17m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    10:17 AM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $521
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 19m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:44 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $485
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 4m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    6:14 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $250
  • Alaska Airlines
    22h 55m
    0
    6:44 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:39 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $1,120
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    22h 55m
    0
    6:44 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:39 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $1,120
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    9:40 AM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $162
  • Greyhound US
    16h 50m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $160
  • FlixBus
    19h 55m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    9:40 AM
    Cincinnati
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $162
  • Greyhound US
    20h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Philadelphia
    IRS Building
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $161
  • FlixBus
    20h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $161

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • United Airlines
    4h 10m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    7:00 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $522
  • Spirit Airlines
    16h 36m
    0
    8:54 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    1:30 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $310
  • Spirit Airlines
    23h 50m
    0
    8:54 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    8:44 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $288
  • Frontier Airlines
    25h 58m
    0
    3:46 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:44 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $240
  • Frontier Airlines
    27h 43m
    0
    5:01 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    8:44 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $248
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    9:40 AM
    Cincinnati
    E Galbraith Rd
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $141
  • Greyhound US
    16h 50m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $143
  • FlixBus
    20h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    10:20 AM
    Cincinnati
    Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $144
  • Greyhound US
    23h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $143
  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St Station
    5:15 PM
    Cincinnati
    University of Cincinnati
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $142

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    4h 17m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    10:17 AM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $590
  • United Airlines
    19h 27m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    10:17 AM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $587
  • Alaska Airlines
    22h 55m
    0
    6:44 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    5:39 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $1,022
  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 51m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    8:56 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $160
  • Frontier Airlines
    29h 0m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Philadelphia Airport
    Philadelphia Airport
    11:05 PM
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $171
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

What are the most popular stations in Philadelphia and Cincinnati?

In Philadelphia, you will usually depart from Spring Garden St Station, 30th Street Station or The Gallery, while in Cincinnati you will be arriving at Downtown, Greyhound Bus Station or University of Cincinnati, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cincinnati from Philadelphia? With 7 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Philadelphia and Cincinnati, you can pay as low as $138 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Cincinnati in just 4h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Philadelphia and Cincinnati are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Philadelphia and Cincinnati is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Millbourne, PA or to Covington, KY, and look at flights from Philadelphia Airport, and landing at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

The most popular companies between Philadelphia and Cincinnati, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Philadelphia to Cincinnati. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

How can I reach Cincinnati from Philadelphia?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Cincinnati from Philadelphia.

How far is Cincinnati from Philadelphia?

The distance between Philadelphia and Cincinnati is 501.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Philadelphia and Cincinnati?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 22 kgs of CO2, a train 28 kgs, a car 137 kgs, and a flight 199 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

You can get to Cincinnati with just $138 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cincinnati in just 4h 10m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Philadelphia and to Cincinnati

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Philadelphia and to Cincinnati. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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