What is the cheapest way to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 13h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby?

The fastest way to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby is to fly and drive which takes 6h 41m and costs $170 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Jacksonville and Kentucky Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at 7th @ Algonquin via Atlanta Bus Station and 13th @ Magazine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 15m.

How far is it from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby?

The distance between Jacksonville and Kentucky Derby is 641 miles. The road distance is 687 miles.

How do I travel from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby without a car is to bus which takes 18h 15m and costs $120 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby bus from?

Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Jacksonville station.

Bus or fly from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby?

The best way to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby is to bus which takes 18h 15m and costs $120 - $250. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $280 - $650 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby bus arrive?

Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

Can I drive from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby is 687 miles. It takes approximately 13h 33m to drive from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby.

Where can I stay near Kentucky Derby?

There are 553+ hotels available in Kentucky Derby.

Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby - 6 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby by plane, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Jacksonville to Blue Grass Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane JAX - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Kentucky Derbycar
6h 41m
$175–923
Bus to Gainesville Regional Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Gainesvillebus
2. Fly from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane GNV - SDF
9h 12m
$109–573
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Atlanta Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2434 / ...
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0105 / ...
18h 15m
$127–248
Drive 683 mi
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derbycar 683 mi
13h 33m
$125–180
Fly Jacksonville to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane JAX - SDF
6h 51m
$283–606
Bus via Tallahassee
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Tallahasseebus
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Montgomery Intermodal Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Montgomery Intermodal Center to Louisville Bus Stationbus
22h 21m
$132–263

Jacksonville (JAX) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) flights

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4h 40mAverage Duration

$162Cheapest Price

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Distance: 637 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Jacksonville, FL, USA and Kentucky Derby, KY, USA?

You can take a bus from Jacksonville to Kentucky Derby via Atlanta Bus Station, Louisville Bus Station, 13th @ Magazine, and 7th @ Algonquin in around 18h 15m. Alternatively, Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) every 2 hours.

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