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Trip Overview

The average bus between Kentucky and Tennessee takes 3h 7m and the fastest bus takes 2h 55m. The bus service runs several times per day from Kentucky to Tennessee. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 7m
Duration
175 mi
Distance
$35
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Kentucky to Tennessee bus times

Buses run twice daily between Kentucky and Tennessee. The earliest departure is at 7:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kentucky is at 6:30 PM which arrives into Tennessee at 8:25 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    bus bus 3h 20m • Direct
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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    bus bus 3h 20m • Direct
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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    bus bus 3h 20m • Direct
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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    bus bus 3h 20m • Direct
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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    bus bus 3h 20m • Direct
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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    bus bus 3h 20m • Direct
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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    bus bus 3h 20m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kentucky to Tennessee? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 175.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Kentucky, USA and Tennessee, USA?

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Louisville, KY to Nashville twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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