Would anyone know least congested rush hour route into downtown Cincy from Independence KY?

I'm about to move there from Oakley and somebody told me to day that the Cut-in-the-Hill will increase my commute time by 20-30 minutes, so I'm looking for alternatives. I know I-471 is an option. Coming all the way up KY17 and taking Madison Ave. through Covington to the CW Bailey bridge looks like a snail's pace too. Any tips? Thank you!