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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Tennessee and Kentucky Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Tennessee to Kentucky Derby. 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 49m.

How far is it from Tennessee to Kentucky Derby?

The distance between Tennessee and Kentucky Derby is 189 miles. The road distance is 173.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tennessee to Kentucky Derby without a car is to bus via Walmart Station Outbound which takes 4h 49m and costs $65 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Tennessee to Kentucky Derby, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Tennessee to Kentucky Derby?

The best way to get from Tennessee to Kentucky Derby is to bus via Walmart Station Outbound which takes 4h 49m and costs $65 - $180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $60 - $450 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Tennessee to Kentucky Derby bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tennessee to Kentucky Derby?

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

Where can I stay near Kentucky Derby?

There are 551+ hotels available in Kentucky Derby.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Tennessee to Kentucky Derby 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 49m
$69–173
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
$63–445
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Nashville to Louisville, KYbus
6h 14m
$33–55

Tennessee to Kentucky Derby by bus and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 187.4 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Tennessee, USA and Kentucky Derby, KY, 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. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines flies from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) twice daily.

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