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

The cheapest way to get from Tennessee to Churchill Downs is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tennessee to Churchill Downs is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Tennessee and Churchill Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Tennessee to Churchill Downs. However, there are services departing from Central 4Th Ave - Bay 19 and arriving at La Tropicana - Louisville, KY via Tornado Bus Co - Nashville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Tennessee to Churchill Downs?

The distance between Tennessee and Churchill Downs is 189 miles. The road distance is 173.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tennessee to Churchill Downs without a car is to bus via Walmart Station Outbound which takes 4h 45m and costs $50 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Tennessee to Churchill Downs, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Tennessee to Churchill Downs?

The best way to get from Tennessee to Churchill Downs is to bus via Walmart Station Outbound which takes 4h 45m and costs $50 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $80 - $650 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Tennessee to Churchill Downs bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tennessee to Churchill Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Tennessee to Churchill Downs is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Tennessee to Churchill Downs.

Where can I stay near Churchill Downs?

There are 628+ hotels available in Churchill Downs.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tennessee to Churchill Downs by bus, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus via Walmart Station Outbound
best
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus Memphis
4h 45m
$54–83
Drive 172.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nashville to Churchill Downscar 172.1 mi
2h 51m
$32–46
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane BNA - SDF
3h 57m
$83–605
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Nashville to Louisville, KYbus Nashville
6h 27m
$33–55
Fly to Covington, drive
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Covington (CVG)plane BNA - CVG
2. Drive from Covington (CVG) to Churchill Downscar
4h 27m
$919–1,028

Tennessee to Churchill Downs by bus and foot (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

6h 27mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.4 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to La Tropicana - Louisville, KY 3 times a week. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines flies from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) twice daily.

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