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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$137
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
23 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 15 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1325 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
It's difficult to get from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY without transferring at least once.
· 12:30 PM23h40Boston, Bus Terminal South Station12:10 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1371One-way1 transfer- · · 2:15 AM28h40Boston, Bus Terminal South Station6:55 AMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1411One-way2 transfers
- · · 7:35 PM26h25Boston, Bus Terminal South Station10:00 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1531One-way2 transfers
- · 12:30 PM23h40Boston, Bus Terminal South Station12:10 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1371One-way1 transfer
- · · 7:35 PM26h25Boston, Bus Terminal South Station10:00 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1531One-way2 transfers
- · · 2:15 AM28h40Boston, Bus Terminal South Station6:55 AMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1411One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Boston, MA to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $94. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $94, and a flight costs an average of $177.
Distance: 823 miles (1325 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$208 Average price Cheapest | $420 Average price | $252 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 57m Average total duration 27h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY:
A bus is $212 (€173) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY costing on average $420 (€344).
Other travel options to Louisville, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 27m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Boston, MA to Louisville, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 38h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $212 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $212 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $240 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 38h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $216 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Louisville, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Louisville, KY buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · | 12:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 23h40 | 12:10 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 1 transfer | |
| · · | 7:35 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 26h25 | 10:00 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| · · | 2:15 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 28h40 | 6:55 AM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 2 transfers | |
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Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greyhound, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY
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Buses from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $94 (€77) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 823 miles (1325 km) distance in 23h 50m.
Distance 823 miles (1325 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€77) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 23h 50m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Boston, MA to Louisville, KYYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Louisville, KY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $94 (€77). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Louisville, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Boston, MA to Louisville, KY
Most Boston, MA to Louisville, KY buses use the Boston, Bus Terminal South Station to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Louisville, KY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Boston, Bus Terminal South Station from Boston city centre
Getting to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) from Louisville city centre
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