- Must visit
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Nashville’s flagship music museum, showcasing country music history, iconic recordings, costumes, and rotating exhibitions. A top choice for first-time visitors.
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Cheapest price
$179
Average price
$179
Fastest journey
20h 25m
Average duration
20h 25m
Buses per day
1
Distance
186 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ann Arbor, MI to Nashville, TN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $229. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 15h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $229, and a flight costs an average of $731.
Distance: 452 miles (728 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$235 Average price Cheapest | $731 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 0m Average total duration Fastest 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 49m Average total duration 23h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ann Arbor, MI to Nashville, TN:
A bus is $496 (€408) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ann Arbor, MI to Nashville, TN costing on average $731 (€601).
Other travel options to Nashville, TN take longer:
Flight takes on average 23h 49m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $229 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator Barons Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $241 |
The table below shows live departures for Ann Arbor, MI to Nashville, TN buses for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · | 7:45 PM Ann Arbor, Amtrak Station | 20h25 | 3:10 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Ann Arbor, MI to Nashville, TN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $229 (€188) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 452 miles (728 km) distance in 16h 30m.
Distance 452 miles (728 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $229 (€188) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 16h 30m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
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Nashville’s flagship music museum, showcasing country music history, iconic recordings, costumes, and rotating exhibitions. A top choice for first-time visitors.
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Nashville’s most famous entertainment street, packed with neon signs, live music venues, and nonstop energy. Essential for first-time visitors.
A large urban park best known for the Parthenon, walking paths, lawns, and seasonal events. A classic local favorite.
A trendy, walkable district known for modern development, murals, shopping, and strong social media popularity among visitors.
Crispy fried chicken coated in a spicy cayenne-based paste, traditionally served on white bread with pickles. It is Nashville’s signature dish and a defining local specialty.
A classic Southern meal format with one meat and three side dishes such as mac and cheese, greens, or fried okra. It is a longtime staple of Nashville home-style dining.
Fluffy Southern biscuits served with salty cured country ham, sometimes with gravy or preserves. This pairing reflects Tennessee’s traditional breakfast and brunch culture.
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Acclaimed chef-driven tasting menu restaurant offering inventive fine dining in an intimate counter setting. Ideal for a higher-end Nashville food experience.
Long-established Tennessee favorite known for biscuits, country ham, fried chicken, and Southern comfort food in a welcoming roadside setting.
Prices are moderate by major U.S. city standards. Hotels can rise sharply during events, but food and local transport are usually manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and drivers.
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Most Ann Arbor, MI to Nashville, TN buses use the Ann Arbor, Amtrak Station to Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South station pair. Use this guide to compare Ann Arbor, MI and Nashville, TN bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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