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Kansas Museum of History
Leading local history museum with Kansas political, military, and everyday life exhibits. A strong introduction to the city and state.
Cheapest price on Oct 30
$167
Average ticket price on Oct 30
$167
Fastest journey on Oct 30
14 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
14 h 15 m
Buses on Oct 30
1
Distance
846 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nashville, TN to Topeka, KS 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 Topeka, KS will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
It's difficult to get from Nashville, TN to Topeka, KS without transferring at least once.

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Buses from Nashville, TN to Topeka, KS run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $88 (€74) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 525 miles (846 km) distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 525 miles (846 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€74) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 6:40 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nashville, TN to Topeka, KS.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
The table below shows live departures for Nashville, TN to Topeka, KS buses for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:10 AM Nashville, TN | 14h15 | 11:25 PM Topeka, KS | 1 transfer | |
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Leading local history museum with Kansas political, military, and everyday life exhibits. A strong introduction to the city and state.
Museum and historic site preserving the Brown v. Board story. Essential for understanding civil rights history in Topeka and the nation.
Family-friendly museum focused on Kansas National Guard and military history, with aircraft, vehicles, and engaging exhibits.
Large urban park with rose gardens, trails, a zoo, and seasonal events. Ideal for a relaxed walk and one of Topeka’s classic green spaces.
Downtown arts and entertainment district with murals, venues, and public events. Good for strolling and seeing a livelier side of Topeka.
Wooded nature area with hiking trails, prairie views, and wildlife habitat on the city edge. Popular with locals for walking and birding.
Smoked pork or beef burnt ends are a Kansas barbecue staple, prized for smoky bark, rich fat, and slow-cooked flavor common across local smokehouses.
Slow-smoked beef brisket is central to regional barbecue culture, served sliced with rub and smoke-forward flavor rather than heavy sauce.
Kansas-style pork ribs are rubbed, smoked low and slow, and often finished with sweet-tangy barbecue sauce popular in the region.
Historic diner-style restaurant serving chicken fried steak, pies, and Midwestern comfort food in a nostalgic atmosphere.
Upscale-casual American restaurant with steaks, seafood, and polished service, suited for a more refined night out.
Long-running casual barbecue spot known for smoked meats, burnt ends, and classic Kansas sides in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for U.S. travel. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than major U.S. cities, while car travel is common and local transit options are limited.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, about 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes. Tips are customary and often expected for table service.
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Most Nashville, TN to Topeka, KS buses use the Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South to Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave station pair. Use this guide to compare Nashville, TN and Topeka, KS bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South is 1 km from Nashville city centre. Public transport options include:
Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food options available inside the terminal
WiFi available for free inside the terminal. ATMs are aTM machines available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South.
Available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South: Fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave. ATMs are available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave.
Ticket office support is available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave.
Available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave: Basic accessibility provisions available.
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