- Must visit
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Nashville’s flagship music museum with major exhibits on country music history, iconic performers, recordings, and instruments.
Cheapest price
$290
Average price
$290
Fastest journey
14 h 20 m
Average duration
14 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
846 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Topeka, KS to Nashville, TN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Topeka, KS to Nashville, TN will cost around $290 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $290.
Of the 1 buses that leave Topeka, KS for Nashville, TN on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 846 km distance in an average of 14 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 14 h 20 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 Topeka, KS to Nashville, TN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $159. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $159, and a flight costs an average of $279.
Distance: 525 miles (846 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$207 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price |
14h 37m Average total duration 14h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Topeka, KS to Nashville, TN:
A bus is $112 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Topeka, KS to Nashville, TN costing on average $319 (€257).
Other travel options to Nashville, TN take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 7m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $200 |
The table below shows live departures for Topeka, KS to Nashville, TN buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:35 PM Topeka, KS | 11h50 | 10:25 AM Nashville, TN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 PM Topeka, KS | 11h50 | 11:25 AM Nashville, TN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Topeka, KS to Nashville, TN run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $159 (€128) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:40, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 525 miles (846 km) distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 525 miles (846 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $159 (€128) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 6:40 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Nashville’s flagship music museum with major exhibits on country music history, iconic performers, recordings, and instruments.
A leading visual arts museum in a historic Art Deco post office building, known for rotating exhibitions and strong family programs.
Full-scale replica of the ancient Greek Parthenon housing an art museum and the city’s famous monumental Athena statue.
The city’s best-known entertainment street, lively day and night, with neon signs, music venues, and constant foot traffic.
Large urban park surrounding the Parthenon, popular for walking, picnics, seasonal events, and skyline views.
Scenic pedestrian bridge over the Cumberland River, famous for skyline views and sunset photos.
Crispy fried chicken coated in a fiery cayenne-based paste, traditionally served on white bread with pickles. It is the city’s signature dish.
A classic Southern meal of one meat and three side dishes such as greens, mac and cheese, or fried okra. It is a longtime staple of local dining.
Flaky Southern biscuits served with salty cured country ham, often for breakfast. This combination is deeply rooted in Tennessee food culture.
Famous meat-and-three restaurant serving homestyle Southern plates. Beloved for traditional cooking and an old-school cafeteria-style experience.
Acclaimed chef-driven tasting menu restaurant offering a refined, modern dining experience. One of Nashville’s most established fine dining destinations.
Historic Nashville favorite known for biscuits, country ham, fried chicken, and classic Southern breakfast and comfort food in a rustic setting.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Hotels can be pricey during events, but casual food and coffee are reasonable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 20% at bars, USD 2-5 for hotel staff, and round up or tip 10-15% for taxis and rideshares.
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