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

The cheapest way to get from Memphis to Kentucky Derby is to bus which costs $60 - $130 and takes 10h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Memphis to Kentucky Derby is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $95 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Memphis and Kentucky Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Memphis to Kentucky Derby. However, there are services departing from Hilton Memphis and arriving at 7th @ Algonquin via Peabody Station Outbound, Nashville Bus Station and 13th @ Magazine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Memphis to Kentucky Derby?

The distance between Memphis and Kentucky Derby is 396 miles. The road distance is 372 miles.

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

The best way to get from Memphis to Kentucky Derby without a car is to bus via Nashville which takes 8h 48m and costs $180 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 48m to get from Memphis to Kentucky Derby, including transfers.

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

Memphis to Kentucky Derby bus services, operated by Vonlane, depart from Hilton Memphis station.

Bus or fly from Memphis to Kentucky Derby?

The best way to get from Memphis to Kentucky Derby is to bus via Nashville which takes 8h 48m and costs $180 - $250. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $650 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Memphis to Kentucky Derby bus arrive?

Memphis to Kentucky Derby bus services, operated by Vonlane, arrive at Omni Nashville Hotel station.

Can I drive from Memphis to Kentucky Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Memphis to Kentucky Derby is 372 miles. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Memphis to Kentucky Derby.

Where can I stay near Kentucky Derby?

There are 551+ hotels available in Kentucky Derby.

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

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

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Bus via Nashville
best
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 48m
$186–242
Bus #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 38m
$60–124
Drive 369.8 mi
1. Drive from Memphis to Kentucky Derbycar 369.8 mi
6h 32m
$68–98
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane MEM - SDF
5h 48m
$97–604
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus Memphis
9h 16m
$98–221
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 Kentucky Derbycar
6h 13m
$204–1,121

Memphis (MEM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) flights

74Weekly Planes

4h 27mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 393.9 mi
Duration: 8h 48m

What companies run services between Memphis, TN, USA and Kentucky Derby, KY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Memphis to Kentucky Derby via Hilton Memphis, Omni Nashville Hotel, Peabody Station Outbound, Fulton Station Outbound, Nashville Bus Station, Louisville Bus Station, 13th @ Magazine, and 7th @ Algonquin in around 8h 48m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Memphis (MEM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) every 2 hours.

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