Find train tickets to Cincinnati
Good to know
Cheapest day | Thursday |
|---|---|
Most expensive day | Tuesday |
Average price (round-trip) | $364 |
Average price (one-way) | $137 |
Top tips for finding Cincinnati train tickets
- When you take the Amtrak train to Cincinnati (CIN), you'll get off at Cincinnati Union Terminal on Western Avenue in the Queensgate community. Along with being a hub for trains, it also houses a museum and library collection along with a theater. If you're traveling with kids, you'll appreciate the Children's Museum with its interactive exhibits and educational play centers. Other amenities at the station include ATM machines, stroller rental, lockers, and bathrooms with changing stations.
- Depending upon where you're coming from, you might go through the East coast cities of Baltimore and Philadelphia and the Mountain State of West Virginia when riding Amtrak's Cardinal Train to Cincinnati (CIN). On your train to Cincinnati, you'll get a chance to see a variety of landmarks, such as the Allegheny Mountains, the New River, and historical towns like Hinton, WV.
- You can catch the Cincinnati Metro Bus to get to your hotel or other destination. The bus stop is just outside of the museum. Be sure to wave at the bus driver so that they will know that you want a ride. You'll pay your fare to your bus driver upon entrance. The Cincinnati Metro runs 7 days a week but stops running in the early evening. If your train gets in late, you can catch a taxi from the train station. Oftentimes there are taxis sitting outside of the station waiting to pick up passengers.
- If you're taking an overnight Amtrak to Cincinnati, you might consider booking a sleeper car. Along with having added room to stretch out, you'll be one of the first passengers to board the train to Cincinnati. You'll also have access to a private lounge when you have a layover. A complimentary meal might also be provided.
- Looking for cheap train tickets to Cincinnati? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Cincinnati for the following prices or less: From Alexandria $284, from Washington, D.C. $284, from New York $387
- Cincinnati's most searched train station on KAYAK is Cincinnati Union Terminal. It is located 1 mile from the city center.
- You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel to Cincinnati in the evening.
FAQs when traveling to Cincinnati by train
What is the most popular train station in Cincinnati?
Cincinnati Union Terminal is the most searched station in Cincinnati by KAYAK users.
Which train companies travel to Cincinnati?
Amtrak is the only train company serving Cincinnati.
How long is the train journey to Cincinnati from the closest popular cities?
New York to Cincinnati - 18h 46m
Chicago to Cincinnati - 8h 32m
Alexandria to Cincinnati - 14h 12m
Philadelphia to Cincinnati - 17h 16m
Are there any restaurants in the Cincinnati Union Terminal?
Yes, there are several places to eat in the terminal. This includes a burger restaurant and a flatbread pizza shop. If you want to satisfy your sweet tooth before boarding the train, you can do so at the ice cream shop on the Concourse Level. There is also a gift shop from which you can purchase snacks like nuts, chips, and soda.
What amenities can I enjoy with the purchase of a train ticket to Cincinnati?
The Cardinal Train runs a few times a week. Onboard the train, you'll enjoy several conveniences and amenities. You'll be able to have a meal in the dining car or you can buy a sandwich or a snack like chips and a soda from the conductor. When you want to see more of the scenery, you can go to the observation car or the sightseer lounge. While on the Cardinal Train, you can check e-mails or communicate with friends by text. There is free Wi-Fi on the train as well.
Can I check my bags on my train to Cincinnati?
Yes. You can check your bags trainside when traveling by Amtrak to or from Cincinnati. You'll need to make sure to have your identification information on your luggage before giving it to the attendant. If you have a smaller carry-on such as a backpack or laptop bag, you can take it with you on the train. Each seat has an overhead rack, or you can place the bag under your seat.
Is there a visitor's or information center at the Cincinnati Union Terminal?
Yes, there is. The desk is located in the rotunda near the center of the terminal. Along with an information desk, there is also a guest services team that can answer any questions that you might have about catching the bus to your hotel or touring Queen City.
Book train tickets to Cincinnati (round-trip)
Book train tickets to Cincinnati (one-way)