- Must visit
National Museum of the United States Air Force
Extensive aviation museum with historic aircraft, space exhibits, presidential planes, and immersive galleries at Wright-Patterson AFB.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€44
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€44
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 20
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 €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 buses from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 423 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.


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 an average ticket price of €69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, while a flight costs an average of €317.
Distance: 262 miles (423 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€69 Average price Cheapest | €317 Average price | €51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m 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 Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH:
A bus is €248 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH costing on average €317.
Other travel options to Dayton, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 42m.
Tickets start at around €69 compared to roughly €51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-17.42. The journey takes 8h 42m versus 4h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Tahoe Transportation | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
The table below shows live departures for Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· | 5:55 PM Knoxville, Kirkwood Street, TN | 11h30 | 5:25 AM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Knoxville, Kirkwood Street, TN | 7h40 | 5:40 AM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Knoxville, TN | 7h25 | 9:25 AM Dayton, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 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 8h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 11:30 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Discover the best of Dayton, OH — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dayton, OH trip today.
Extensive aviation museum with historic aircraft, space exhibits, presidential planes, and immersive galleries at Wright-Patterson AFB.
Regional history museum in a landmark library building, covering Dayton's people, innovation, and community through changing exhibits.
Open-air history campus with historic buildings, transportation exhibits, and Wright brothers artifacts connected to Dayton's past.
Riverside downtown park with fountains, event lawns, public art, and easy access to trails, bridges, and seasonal festivals.
Revived historic district with restored architecture, independent shops, street murals, nightlife, and a walkable local atmosphere.
Wooded nature preserve and garden area with scenic trails, lookout points, and a suspension bridge close to downtown.
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.

Most Knoxville, TN to Dayton, OH buses use the Knoxville, Kirkwood Street to Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Knoxville, TN and Dayton, OH bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Knoxville, Kirkwood Street is 5 km from Knoxville city centre. Public transport options include:
Knoxville, Kirkwood Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Knoxville, Kirkwood Street. ATMs are available at Knoxville, Kirkwood Street.
Ticket office support is available at Knoxville, Kirkwood Street.
Available at Knoxville, Kirkwood Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Knoxville, Kirkwood Street: Wheelchair accessible buses available.
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