What is the cheapest way to get from Ruston to Louisville?

The cheapest way to get from Ruston to Louisville is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ruston to Louisville?

The fastest way to get from Ruston to Louisville is to bus and fly which takes 7h 36m and costs $140 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Ruston and Louisville?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruston to Louisville. However, there are services departing from Ruston and arriving at Louisville, KY via Jackson, Memphis Bus Station and Nashville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 35m.

How far is it from Ruston to Louisville?

The distance between Ruston and Louisville is 580 miles. The road distance is 664 miles.

How do I travel from Ruston to Louisville without a car?

The best way to get from Ruston to Louisville without a car is to bus via Nashville which takes 16h 35m and costs $130 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Ruston to Louisville?

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Ruston to Louisville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruston to Louisville bus from?

Ruston to Louisville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ruston station.

Where does the Ruston to Louisville bus arrive?

Ruston to Louisville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Jackson station.

What is the time difference between Ruston and Louisville?

Louisville is 1h ahead of Ruston. It is currently 4:51 PM in Ruston and 5:51 PM in Louisville.

Can I drive from Ruston to Louisville?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruston to Louisville is 664 miles. It takes approximately 11h 58m to drive from Ruston to Louisville.

Where can I stay near Louisville?

There are 554+ hotels available in Louisville.

Ruston to Louisville - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Ruston to Louisville by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Monroe
2. Fly from Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)MLU - SDF
7h 36m
$141–629
Drive 660.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ruston to Louisville660.1 mi
11h 58m
$121–174
Bus via Nashville
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Jackson
2. Take the bus from Jackson to Memphis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Nashville Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Nashville to Louisville, KY
16h 35m
$136–287
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Longview Bus Station
2. Take the train from Longview to St. Louis
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Louisville, KY
25h 22m
$178–319
Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Monroe
2. Fly from Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)MLU - LEX
3. Drive from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Louisville
8h 7m
$208–945
Bus to Shreveport, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Shreveport Bus Station
2. Fly from Shreveport (SHV) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)SHV - SDF
8h 49m
$128–608
Bus to Alexandria International Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Boyce, LA
2. Fly from Alexandria International Airport (AEX) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)AEX - SDF
8h 54m
$153–639
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Shreveport Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Texarkana
3. Take the bus from Shell gas station - Texarkana, TX to Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis
4. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis to La Tropicana - Louisville, KY
19h 10m
$197–488

Ruston to Louisville by bus

7Weekly Buses

16h 35mAverage Duration

$136Cheapest Price

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Distance: 576.2 mi
Duration: 7h 36m

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You can take a bus from Ruston to Louisville, KY via Jackson, Memphis Bus Station, and Nashville in around 16h 35m.

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