Bus Cincinnati to Washington, DC - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

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

today

$98

tomorrow

Monday

$92

Tuesday

$90

Wednesday

$90

Thursday

Friday

$88

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	17h 55m	5:40 PM	Cincinnati	E Galbraith Rd	11:35 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/25/2026 5:40:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 55m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	4:40 AM	Cincinnati	E Galbraith Rd	12:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/25/2026 4:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
FlixBus	16h 35m	2:10 PM	Cincinnati	Downtown	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/25/2026 2:10:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
FlixBus	15h 45m	3:00 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/25/2026 3:00:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m
Greyhound US	20h 10m	4:40 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	12:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$132	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/25/2026 4:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	17h 55m	5:40 PM	Cincinnati	E Galbraith Rd	11:35 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:40:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 55m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	4:40 AM	Cincinnati	E Galbraith Rd	12:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/27/2026 4:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
FlixBus	16h 35m	2:10 PM	Cincinnati	Downtown	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/27/2026 2:10:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
FlixBus	15h 45m	3:00 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:00:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Cincinnati to Washington, DC via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  22h 50m
  
  0
  
  5:40 PM
  
  Cincinnati
  E Galbraith Rd
  
  1:55 PM
  
  Silver Spring, MD
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $79
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:40:00 PM to Bus Stop, Silver Spring, MD (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $79 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 15m
- Greyhound US
  
  0h 40m
  
  0
  
  3:50 PM
  
  Silver Spring, MD
  Bus Stop
  
  4:30 PM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $4
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Silver Spring, MD (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:50:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
Travel time is 7h 5m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	20h 5m	4:40 AM	Cincinnati	E Galbraith Rd	12:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$90	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/28/2026 4:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
Greyhound US	17h 55m	5:40 PM	Cincinnati	E Galbraith Rd	11:35 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/28/2026 5:40:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 55m
FlixBus	16h 35m	2:10 PM	Cincinnati	Downtown	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/28/2026 2:10:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
FlixBus	15h 45m	3:00 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:00:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	20h 5m	4:40 AM	Cincinnati	E Galbraith Rd	12:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$90	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/29/2026 4:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
Greyhound US	17h 55m	5:40 PM	Cincinnati	E Galbraith Rd	11:35 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:40:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 55m
FlixBus	16h 35m	2:10 PM	Cincinnati	Downtown	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/29/2026 2:10:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
FlixBus	15h 45m	3:00 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/29/2026 3:00:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	20h 5m	4:40 AM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	12:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$88	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/31/2026 4:40:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $88 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
Greyhound US	17h 55m	5:40 PM	Cincinnati	Greyhound Bus Station	11:35 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$89	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/31/2026 5:40:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 55m
FlixBus	16h 35m	2:10 PM	Cincinnati	Downtown	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/31/2026 2:10:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
FlixBus	15h 45m	3:00 PM	Cincinnati	University of Cincinnati	6:45 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati (USA) at 7/31/2026 3:00:00 PM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC is $78 on 7/29/2026. 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.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Cincinnati to Washington, DC. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Cincinnati and Washington, DC.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 24 buses from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cincinnati and Washington, DC, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 6 times every day by bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cincinnati to Washington, DC starting from $78!

Cheapest Bus	$78
Fastest Bus	15h 45m
Earliest Bus	4:40 AM
Latest Bus	5:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	404.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Cincinnati to Washington, DC

Every day, 6 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 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$89

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$97

Tuesday 07/28

$90

Wednesday 07/29

$78

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$88

Saturday 08/01

$100

Sunday 08/02

$87

Monday 08/03

$97

Tuesday 08/04

$79

Wednesday 08/05

$81

Thursday 08/06

$89

Friday 08/07

$88

Saturday 08/08

$87

Sunday 08/09

$97

Monday 08/10

$81

Tuesday 08/11

$90

Wednesday 08/12

$85

Thursday 08/13

$84

Friday 08/14

$86

Saturday 08/15

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 $69, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cincinnati to Washington, DC. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $86.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, with $69. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $89.

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.

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.

University of Cincinnati

Commons Way 2815

Greyhound Bus Station

Gilbert Ave 1005

E Galbraith Rd

Downtown

E Court St 419

Bus Stop

Union Station

Massachusetts Avenue Northeast 50

Dupont Circle Station

20th St. NW 1525

Armory Metro

19th St SE

Metro Center

11th St NW 663

Renaissance Washington DC Downtown

9th St NW 999

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 $78 and takes 20h 5m 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 $78 and $182. 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 6 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 $99. 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 4:40 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 Cincinnati to Washington, DC?

The latest bus trip departing from Cincinnati for Washington, DC starts at 5:40 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 FlixBus and Greyhound US. 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: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

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.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Cincinnati and to Washington, DC

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