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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 3 buses that leave Nashville, TN for Louisville, KY on Sat, Nov 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €157.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €470 Average price |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Live departures
Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY buses for today, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:50 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 3h20 | 7:10 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:05 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 3h15 | 7:20 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 3h35 | 12:20 AM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 29 | |||||
| 3:35 AM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 2h55 | 6:30 AM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:15 AM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 3h00 | 7:15 AM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:20 AM Nashville, TN | 3h20 | 8:40 AM Louisville, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY
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Buses from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KYYou can travel by bus between Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $30 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nashville, TN 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.
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- 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.
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