The cheapest and fastest buses from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
849 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY without transferring at least 2 times.
FlixBus · FlixBus+
· 8:05 AM35h15Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA7:20 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1441One-way3 transfers
· · 7:30 AM26h05Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA9:35 AMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1531One-way2 transfers
· · 7:30 AM26h05Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA9:35 AMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1531One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus+
· 8:05 AM35h15Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA7:20 PMLouisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1441One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $142. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $142, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 527 miles (849 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$230 Average price Cheapest | $352 Average price | $131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 2m Average total duration 28h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY:
A bus is $122 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY costing on average $352 (€288).
Other travel options to Louisville, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 28h 32m.
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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.
Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 26h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $134 |
Live departures
Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · | 7:30 AM Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA | 26h05 | 9:35 AM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY
Buses from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 28h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $142 (€116) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 527 miles (849 km) distance in 26h 5m.
Distance 527 miles (849 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€116) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 26h 5m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Bus from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY
Most Norfolk, VA to Louisville, KY buses use the Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy) to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Norfolk, VA and Louisville, KY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy) from Norfolk city centre
Getting to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) from Louisville city centre
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