What is the cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Louisville?

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Louisville is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Traverse City to Louisville?

The fastest way to get from Traverse City to Louisville is to fly and drive which takes 4h 54m and costs $150 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City and Louisville?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City to Louisville station. However, there are services departing from Traverse City, MI and arriving at Louisville Bus Station via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Gary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

How far is it from Traverse City to Louisville?

The distance between Traverse City and Louisville is 465 miles. The road distance is 490.5 miles.

How do I travel from Traverse City to Louisville without a car?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Louisville without a car is to bus which takes 14h 45m and costs $130 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Traverse City to Louisville?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Traverse City to Louisville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traverse City to Louisville bus from?

Traverse City to Louisville bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City, MI station.

Bus or fly from Traverse City to Louisville?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Louisville is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $95 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $210 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Traverse City to Louisville bus arrive?

Traverse City to Louisville bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo Metro Transit station.

Can I drive from Traverse City to Louisville?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City to Louisville is 490 miles. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Traverse City to Louisville.

Where can I stay near Louisville?

There are 561+ hotels available in Louisville.

Traverse City to Louisville - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Traverse City to Louisville by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly to Louisville International Airport
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane TVC - SDF
5h 17m
$99–499
Drive 487.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Traverse City to Louisvillecar 487.6 mi
9h 14m
$89–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus
14h 45m
$133–209
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus
18h 2m
$180–359
Fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane TVC - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Louisvillecar
4h 54m
$156–785
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Louisville Bus Stationbus
16h 52m
$193–274

Traverse City to Louisville by bus

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14h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 462.7 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Traverse City, MI, USA and Louisville, KY, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traverse City, MI to Louisville Bus Station via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Gary Bus Station in around 14h 45m.

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