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

The cheapest way to get from Nashville to Kentucky is to bus which costs $28 - $55 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nashville to Kentucky is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Nashville and Kentucky?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nashville Bus Station station and arriving at Louisville Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Nashville to Kentucky?

The distance between Nashville and Kentucky is 176 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nashville to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $28 - $55.

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

The bus from Nashville Bus Station to Louisville Bus Station takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Nashville to Kentucky bus from?

Nashville to Kentucky bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Nashville Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Nashville to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Nashville to Kentucky is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $28 - $55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $950 - $1,050 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Nashville to Kentucky bus arrive?

Nashville to Kentucky bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Louisville Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Nashville and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Nashville. It is currently 11:17 AM in Nashville and 12:17 PM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Nashville to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Nashville to Kentucky is 175 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Nashville to Kentucky.

How do I get a bus ticket from Nashville to Kentucky?

Book your Nashville to Kentucky bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 551+ hotels available in Kentucky.

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There are 4 ways to get from Nashville to Kentucky by bus (Greyhound, Amtrak, Flixbus), car, or plane

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1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0105 / ...
2h 55m
$28–55
Drive 174.4 mi
1. Drive from Nashville to Louisvillecar 174.4 mi
2h 53m
$32–46
Fly to Covington
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Covington (CVG)plane BNA - CVG
3h 38m
$954–1,004
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane BNA - SDF
3h 48m
$63–445

Nashville to Kentucky by bus

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Distance: 175.2 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Nashville Bus Station to Louisville Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines flies from Nashville (BNA) to Covington (CVG) twice daily.

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