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Cheap bus tickets from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY

Showing times and prices for Oct 12

Cheapest

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.

Amtrak Thruway
03:05AM5h20
Nashville, TN
08:25AMLouisville, KY
$1151One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound USA
05:40AM5h11
Nashville, TN
10:51AMLouisville, KY
$1151One-way
1 transfer
Greyhound USA
09:50AM5h01
Nashville, TN
02:51PMLouisville, KY
$1151One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak Thruway
10:15PM4h25
Nashville, TN
02:40AMLouisville, KY
$1151One-way
0 transfers

Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Saturday, October 12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak Thruway03:05AM Nashville, TN5h20 08:25AM Louisville, KY0 transfersDirect
Greyhound USA05:40AM Nashville, TN5h11 10:51AM Louisville, KY1 transfer
Greyhound USA09:50AM Nashville, TN5h01 02:51PM Louisville, KY1 transfer
Amtrak Thruway10:15PM Nashville, TN4h25 02:40AM Louisville, KY0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY

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Fastest Journey

4 h 25 m

Average

4 h 59 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

249 km

Of the 4 buses that leave Nashville, TN for Louisville, KY every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Amtrak Thruway
10:15PM4h25
Nashville, TN
02:40AMLouisville, KY
$1151One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound USA
09:50AM5h01
Nashville, TN
02:51PMLouisville, KY
$1151One-way
1 transfer
Greyhound USA
05:40AM5h11
Nashville, TN
10:51AMLouisville, KY
$1151One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak Thruway
03:05AM5h20
Nashville, TN
08:25AMLouisville, KY
$1151One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY

distanceDistance154 miles (249 km)
durationAverage bus duration3 h
priceAverage bus ticket price$39 (€33)
frequencyBus frequency5 a day
changesDirect busYes, there is 1 direct bus a day
carriersBus providersGreyhound or FlixBus

Buses from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY cover the 154 miles (249 km) long trip taking on average 3 h with our travel partners like Greyhound or FlixBus. Normally, there are 5 buses operating per day. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $39 (€33), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $29 (€24).

Bus companies: Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY

You can travel by bus to Louisville, KY from Nashville, TN with Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus for as low as $30 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to Louisville, KY from Nashville, TN, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Amtrak from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY bus information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $116
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY

FAQs: Take the bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY can start from as little as $28 (€24) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY is $39 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY bus time is 3 h   covering the 154 mile (249 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY leaves at 4: 59 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY leaves at 10: 40 AM.
There are 5 buses a day from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY which require at least one change with Greyhound or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY, you can count on Greyhound or FlixBus for the best way to get you to Louisville, KY. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service between Nashville, TN and Louisville, KY and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Louisville, KY from Nashville, TN is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Nashville, TN to Louisville, KY is January.
You have options as you can travel to Louisville, KY from Nashville, TN 2 different ways: bus or flight.

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