What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus to Knoxville?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Knoxville is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus to Knoxville?

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Knoxville is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $200 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Knoxville?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to Knoxville. However, there are services departing from Columbus, OH and arriving at Knoxville, TN via New York, NY. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 40m.

How far is it from Columbus to Knoxville?

The distance between Columbus and Knoxville is 323 miles. The road distance is 359.5 miles.

How do I travel from Columbus to Knoxville without a car?

The best way to get from Columbus to Knoxville without a car is to bus which takes 22h 40m and costs $240 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Columbus to Knoxville?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Columbus to Knoxville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Knoxville bus from?

Columbus to Knoxville bus services, operated by SkyHorse / Jaguar, depart from Columbus, OH station.

Bus or fly from Columbus to Knoxville?

The best way to get from Columbus to Knoxville is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $200 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $270 and takes 22h 40m.

Where does the Columbus to Knoxville bus arrive?

Columbus to Knoxville bus services, operated by SkyHorse / Jaguar, arrive at New York, NY station.

Can I drive from Columbus to Knoxville?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Knoxville is 359 miles. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Columbus to Knoxville.

How do I get a bus ticket from Columbus to Knoxville?

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Where can I stay near Knoxville?

There are 271+ hotels available in Knoxville.

Columbus to Knoxville - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbus to Knoxville by plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Mcghee Tyson Airport
best
1. Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS)plane CMH - TYS
5h 36m
$207–973
Drive 357.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbus to Knoxvillecar 357.4 mi
5h 58m
$66–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbus, OH to New York, NYbus Cincinnati
2. Take the bus from New York, NY to Knoxville, TNbus Ny
22h 40m
$245–270
Fly to Nashville, drive
1. Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Nashville (BNA)plane CMH - BNA
2. Drive from Nashville-Airport-BNA to Knoxvillecar
5h 56m
$832–1,153
Bus via Farragut
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from New York to Knoxvillebus Nyc
28h 42m
$276–430
Bus via Charlie Haun WB Aft Washington PK
1. Take the bus from Columbus to New York City Chinatownbus FlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from New York, NY to Knoxville, TNbus Ny
30h 15m
$195–270

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) flights

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4h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 321.2 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Columbus, OH, USA and Knoxville, TN, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Columbus, OH to Knoxville via New York, NY and Knoxville, TN in around 22h 40m.

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How to get fromColumbus to Knoxvilleby plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus)

There are 6 ways to get from Columbus to Knoxville by plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus)

Fly to Mcghee Tyson Airport

Drive 357.4 mi

Bus

Fly to Nashville, drive

Bus via Farragut

Bus via Charlie Haun WB Aft Washington PK