What is the cheapest way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky?

The cheapest way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky?

The fastest way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between West Virginia and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from West Virginia station to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Charleston Bus Station and arriving at Louisville, KY via Columbus and Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from West Virginia to Kentucky?

The distance between West Virginia and Kentucky is 454 miles. The road distance is 247.3 miles.

How do I travel from West Virginia to Kentucky without a car?

The best way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 41m and costs $200 - $330.

How long does it take to get from West Virginia to Kentucky?

It takes approximately 11h 41m to get from West Virginia to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Virginia to Kentucky bus from?

West Virginia to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charleston Bus Station.

Where does the West Virginia to Kentucky bus arrive?

West Virginia to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Columbus station.

Can I drive from West Virginia to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between West Virginia to Kentucky is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from West Virginia to Kentucky.

How do I get a bus ticket from West Virginia to Kentucky?

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Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 628+ hotels available in Kentucky.

West Virginia to Kentucky - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from West Virginia to Kentucky by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charleston Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
11h 41m
$208–330
Drive 245.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charleston to Louisvillecar 245.9 mi
4h 3m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charleston Bus Station to Columbusbus
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
11h 45m
$70–150
Train, bus via Speedway
1. Take the train from Charleston Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to El Mercadito Grocery - Clarksville, INbus Indianapolis
14h 17m
$214–335

West Virginia to Kentucky by train and bus (Amtrak)

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11h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 450.9 mi
Duration: 11h 41m

What companies run services between West Virginia, USA and Kentucky, USA?

You can take a bus from Charleston Bus Station to Louisville, KY via Columbus and Indianapolis Union Station in around 11h 45m.

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