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

The cheapest way to get from Tennessee to Kentucky is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tennessee to Kentucky is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Tennessee and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Tennessee to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Central 4Th Ave - Bay 13 and arriving at Louisville, KY via Nashville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Tennessee to Kentucky?

The distance between Tennessee and Kentucky is 177 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tennessee to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Tennessee to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tennessee to Kentucky bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tennessee to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Tennessee to Kentucky is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $70 - $550 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Tennessee to Kentucky bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Tennessee and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Tennessee. It is currently 5:26 AM in Tennessee and 6:26 AM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Tennessee to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Tennessee to Kentucky is 175 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Tennessee to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 487+ hotels available in Kentucky.

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Nashville to Louisville, KYbus
4h 43m
$32–52
Drive 174.4 mi
1. Drive from Nashville to Louisvillecar 174.4 mi
2h 53m
$32–46
Fly to Covington
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Covington (CVG)plane BNA - CVG
3h 38m
$74–504
Bus via Preston @ Vim
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus Memphis
5h 28m
$53–155
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane BNA - SDF
3h 48m
$58–435

Tennessee to Kentucky by bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 176.3 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Nashville to Louisville, KY twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines flies from Nashville (BNA) to Covington (CVG) twice daily.

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