What is the cheapest way to get from Nashville, TN to Kentucky?

The cheapest way to get from Nashville, TN to Kentucky is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nashville, TN to Kentucky?

The fastest way to get from Nashville, TN to Kentucky is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Nashville, TN and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Nashville, TN to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville and arriving at W Jefferson @ S 5th via Preston @ Vim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Nashville, TN to Kentucky?

The distance between Nashville, TN and Kentucky is 186 miles. The road distance is 181.6 miles.

How do I travel from Nashville, TN to Kentucky without a car?

The best way to get from Nashville, TN to Kentucky without a car is to bus via Preston @ Vim which takes 4h 13m and costs $50 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Nashville, TN to Kentucky?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Nashville, TN to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nashville, TN to Kentucky bus from?

Nashville, TN to Kentucky bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville station.

Where does the Nashville, TN to Kentucky bus arrive?

Nashville, TN to Kentucky bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at La Tropicana - Louisville, KY station.

What is the time difference between Nashville, TN and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Nashville, TN. It is currently 11:00 PM in Nashville, TN and 12:00 AM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Nashville, TN to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Nashville, TN to Kentucky is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Nashville, TN to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 606+ hotels available in Kentucky.

Nashville, TN to Kentucky - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 52 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Nashville, TN to Kentucky by bus, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus via Preston @ Vim
best
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus Memphis
4h 13m
$53–150
Drive 180.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nashville, TN to Louisvillecar 180.6 mi
3h 1m
$33–48
Line 52 bus, fly to Covington
1. Take the bus from Nolensville Pike & Flora Maxwell Rd Nb to Korean Vets Blvd & 4Th Ave Wbbus
2. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Covington (CVG)plane BNA - CVG
4h 11m
$958–1,008
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Nashville to Louisville, KYbus
5h 7m
$34–54
Line 52 bus, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take the bus from Nolensville Pike & Flora Maxwell Rd Nb to Korean Vets Blvd & 4Th Ave Wbbus
2. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane BNA - SDF
4h 21m
$72–479

Nashville, TN to Kentucky by bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 184.7 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Nashville, TN, USA and Kentucky, USA?

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to La Tropicana - Louisville, KY 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–150 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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