What is the cheapest way to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs is to bus via Nashville which costs $60 - $130 and takes 10h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs?

The fastest way to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $95 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Memphis and Churchill Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Memphis to Churchill Downs. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis and arriving at Central @ 4th via Preston @ Vim and S 6th @ W Liberty. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Memphis to Churchill Downs?

The distance between Memphis and Churchill Downs is 415 miles. The road distance is 371.7 miles.

How do I travel from Memphis to Churchill Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs without a car is to bus which takes 8h 54m and costs $95 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs?

It takes approximately 8h 54m to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Memphis to Churchill Downs bus from?

Memphis to Churchill Downs bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis station.

Bus or fly from Memphis to Churchill Downs?

The best way to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs is to bus which takes 8h 54m and costs $95 - $230. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $650 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Memphis to Churchill Downs bus arrive?

Memphis to Churchill Downs bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at La Tropicana - Louisville, KY station.

Can I drive from Memphis to Churchill Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Memphis to Churchill Downs is 372 miles. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Memphis to Churchill Downs.

Where can I stay near Churchill Downs?

There are 561+ hotels available in Churchill Downs.

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There are 6 ways to get from Memphis to Churchill Downs by bus, car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak, Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak)

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best
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus Memphis
8h 54m
$98–221
Bus via Nashville #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0105 / ...
10h 15m
$60–127
Drive 369.5 mi
1. Drive from Memphis to Churchill Downscar 369.5 mi
6h 30m
$68–98
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane MEM - SDF
5h 43m
$97–604
Bus via Nashville
1. Take the bus from Hilton Memphis to Omni Nashville Hotelbus Nashville
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0105 / ...
8h 55m
$185–242
Fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane MEM - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Churchill Downscar
6h 11m
$204–1,121

Memphis to Churchill Downs by bus and foot

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Distance: 412.4 mi
Duration: 8h 54m

What companies run services between Memphis, TN, USA and Churchill Downs, KY, USA?

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis to La Tropicana - Louisville, KY 3 times a week. Tickets cost $75–190 and the journey takes 7h 10m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Memphis (MEM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) every 2 hours.

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