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

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Tennessee is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kentucky to Tennessee is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky and Tennessee?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at Nashville. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Kentucky to Tennessee?

The distance between Kentucky and Tennessee is 176 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kentucky to Tennessee without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs $30 - $50.

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

The bus from Louisville, KY to Nashville takes 3h including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kentucky to Tennessee bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kentucky to Tennessee?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Tennessee is to bus which takes 3h and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $190 - $430 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Kentucky to Tennessee bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kentucky and Tennessee?

Tennessee is 1h behind Kentucky. It is currently 5:42 AM in Kentucky and 4:42 AM in Tennessee.

Can I drive from Kentucky to Tennessee?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky to Tennessee is 176 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Kentucky to Tennessee.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kentucky to Tennessee?

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Where can I stay near Tennessee?

There are 2146+ hotels available in Tennessee.

Kentucky to Tennessee - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Kentucky to Tennessee by bus (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus Chicago
3h
$30–50
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Louisville to Nashvillecar 174.5 mi
2h 52m
$32–46
Fly from Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Nashville (BNA)plane SDF - BNA
3h 39m
$194–425
Fly from Covington
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Nashville (BNA)plane CVG - BNA
3h 54m
$74–464

Kentucky to Tennessee by bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 175.2 mi
Duration: 3h

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 3h. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines flies from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Nashville (BNA) once daily.

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