The cheapest and fastest buses from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
423 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
It's difficult to get from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH without transferring at least 2 times.
8:15 PM10h10Knoxville, TN6:25 AMDayton, OH$901One-way2 transfers
8:15 PM10h10Knoxville, TN6:25 AMDayton, OH$901One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $223.
Distance: 262 miles (423 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $301 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH:
A bus is $240 (€197) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH costing on average $301 (€246).
Other travel options to Dayton, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 25m.
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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.
Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Tahoe Transportation | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Tahoe Transportation | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Live departures
Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· | 6:10 PM Knoxville, Kirkwood Street, TN | 11h00 | 5:10 AM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Knoxville, Kirkwood Street, TN | 7h25 | 5:25 AM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH
Buses from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 262 miles (423 km) distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 262 miles (423 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 11:30 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Tahoe Transportation from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OHYou can travel by bus between Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH with Tahoe Transportation for as low as $52 (€42). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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