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

The cheapest way to get from Nashville to Kentucky Derby is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nashville to Kentucky Derby is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Nashville and Kentucky Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Nashville to Kentucky Derby. However, there are services departing from Nashville and arriving at Taylor @ Larchmont via W Broadway @ S 11th and Eastern Parkway @ Bardstown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Nashville to Kentucky Derby?

The distance between Nashville and Kentucky Derby is 187 miles. The road distance is 173.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nashville to Kentucky Derby without a car is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Nashville to Kentucky Derby, including transfers.

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

Nashville to Kentucky Derby bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Nashville station.

Bus or fly from Nashville to Kentucky Derby?

The best way to get from Nashville to Kentucky Derby is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $480 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Nashville to Kentucky Derby bus arrive?

Nashville to Kentucky Derby bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Louisville, KY station.

Can I drive from Nashville to Kentucky Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Nashville to Kentucky Derby is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Nashville to Kentucky Derby.

Where can I stay near Kentucky Derby?

There are 606+ hotels available in Kentucky Derby.

Nashville to Kentucky Derby - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Nashville to Louisville, KYbus
5h 11m
$34–49
Drive 172.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nashville to Kentucky Derbycar 172.4 mi
2h 52m
$32–46
Fly
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane BNA - SDF
3h 57m
$68–475
Bus via Walmart Station Outbound
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus Memphis
6h 36m
$54–158

Nashville to Kentucky Derby by bus and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 185.7 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Nashville to Louisville, KY twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines flies from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) twice daily.

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