What is the cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Memphis?

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Memphis is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kentucky to Memphis?

The fastest way to get from Kentucky to Memphis is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $170 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky and Memphis?

No, there is no direct bus from Kentucky to Memphis. However, there are services departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at 3RD STREET at EXCHANGE AVENUE via Nashville Bus Station and Airways Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Kentucky to Memphis?

The distance between Kentucky and Memphis is 401 miles. The road distance is 374.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kentucky to Memphis without a car?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Memphis without a car is to bus via Nashville which takes 8h 52m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Kentucky to Memphis?

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Kentucky to Memphis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentucky to Memphis bus from?

Kentucky to Memphis bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Kentucky to Memphis?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Memphis is to bus via Nashville which takes 8h 52m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $650 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Kentucky to Memphis bus arrive?

Kentucky to Memphis bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Nashville station.

What is the time difference between Kentucky and Memphis?

Memphis is 1h behind Kentucky. It is currently 9:17 PM in Kentucky and 8:17 PM in Memphis.

Can I drive from Kentucky to Memphis?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky to Memphis is 375 miles. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Kentucky to Memphis.

Where can I stay near Memphis?

There are 408+ hotels available in Memphis.

Kentucky to Memphis - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kentucky to Memphis by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Bus via Nashville
best
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Memphis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0600 / ...
8h 52m
$69–132
Drive 372.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Louisville to Memphiscar 372.4 mi
6h 30m
$68–99
Fly from Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Memphis (MEM)plane SDF - MEM
6h 20m
$173–604
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Tropicana - Louisville, KY to Tornado Bus Co - West Memphisbus Indianapolis
9h 26m
$95–215
Fly from Covington
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Memphis (MEM)plane CVG - MEM
7h 14m
$172–952

Kentucky to Memphis by bus

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Distance: 399.1 mi
Duration: 8h 52m

What companies run services between Kentucky, USA and Memphis, TN, USA?

You can take a bus from Louisville, KY to 3RD STREET at EXCHANGE AVENUE via Nashville Bus Station and Airways Transit Center in around 8h 52m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Memphis (MEM) hourly.

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