4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
500 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cleveland, OH for Louisville, KY on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 500 km distance in an average of 12 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 14 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:45 AM9h35Cleveland, OH4:20 PMLouisville, KY$531One-way0 transfers- 8:00 PM14h55Cleveland, OH10:55 AMLouisville, KY$1501One-way0 transfers
- 6:45 AM9h35Cleveland, OH4:20 PMLouisville, KY$531One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 PM14h55Cleveland, OH10:55 AMLouisville, KY$1501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $347.
Distance: 310 miles (500 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price Cheapest | $214 Average price | $404 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 26m Average total duration 21h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY:
A bus is $125 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY costing on average $214 (€175).
A bus is $315 (€258) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY costing on average $404 (€331).
Other travel options to Louisville, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 5m.
Train takes on average 21h 56m.
You'll arrive about -5h -3m sooner (9h 5m by bus vs 5h 2m by car) and save roughly $-18.25 (€-14.94) compared to fuel and tolls ($89 (€73) vs $71 (€58)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $112 |
Live departures
Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 4:25 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 17h25 | 9:50 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 3 transfers | |
| · | 11:35 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 10h25 | 10:00 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 1 transfer | |
| · · | 4:00 PM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 14h55 | 6:55 AM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY
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Buses from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 310 miles (500 km) distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 310 miles (500 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KYYou can travel by bus between Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY with Greyhound for as low as $53 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cleveland, OH 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.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY
Most Cleveland, OH to Louisville, KY buses use the Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cleveland, OH and Louisville, KY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) from Cleveland city centre
Getting to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) from Louisville city centre
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