What is the cheapest way to get from Cleveland to Franklin?

The cheapest way to get from Cleveland to Franklin is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 9h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cleveland to Franklin?

The fastest way to get from Cleveland to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $190 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Cleveland and Franklin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cleveland station to Franklin station. However, there are services departing from Cleveland Ohio Greyhound Station and arriving at Nashville Bus Station via Louisville Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.

How far is it from Cleveland to Franklin?

The distance between Cleveland and Franklin is 484 miles. The road distance is 541 miles.

How do I travel from Cleveland to Franklin without a car?

The best way to get from Cleveland to Franklin without a car is to bus via Louisville which takes 11h 8m and costs $110 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Cleveland to Franklin?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cleveland to Franklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cleveland to Franklin bus from?

Cleveland to Franklin bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Cleveland Ohio Greyhound Station.

Bus or fly from Cleveland to Franklin?

The best way to get from Cleveland to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $190 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus via Louisville, which costs $110 - $200 and takes 11h 8m.

Where does the Cleveland to Franklin bus arrive?

Cleveland to Franklin bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Louisville, KY Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cleveland and Franklin?

Franklin is 1h behind Cleveland. It is currently 5:00 PM in Cleveland and 4:00 PM in Franklin.

Can I drive from Cleveland to Franklin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cleveland to Franklin is 541 miles. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Cleveland to Franklin.

Where can I stay near Franklin?

There are 192+ hotels available in Franklin.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cleveland to Franklin by plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak, Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Nashville (BNA)plane CLE - BNA
3h 27m
$198–378
Drive 537.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cleveland to Franklincar 537.9 mi
9h 2m
$99–142
Bus via Louisville
1. Take the bus from Cleveland Ohio Greyhound Station to Louisville, KY Bus Stationbus Cleveland / ...
2. Take the bus from Louisville Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
11h 8m
$116–195
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0105
15h 19m
$142–212

Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Nashville (BNA) flights

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Distance: 480.8 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Cleveland, OH, USA and Franklin, TN, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Nashville (BNA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cleveland Ohio Greyhound Station to Franklin via Louisville, KY Bus Station, Louisville Bus Station, and Nashville Bus Station in around 11h 8m.

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