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 - $50 and takes 3h 40m.

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?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nashville and arriving at Louisville, KY. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Tennessee to Kentucky?

The distance between Tennessee and Kentucky is 176 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 3h 40m and costs $30 - $50.

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

The bus from Nashville to Louisville, KY takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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 3h 40m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $190 - $430 and takes 3h 50m.

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 5:51 AM in Tennessee and 6:51 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 556+ hotels available in Kentucky.

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

There are 4 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
3h 40m
$30–50
Drive 174.4 mi
1. Drive from Nashville to Louisvillecar 174.4 mi
2h 53m
$32–46
Fly
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane BNA - SDF
3h 50m
$193–425
Bus via Preston @ Vim
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus Memphis
5h 29m
$53–155

Tennessee to Kentucky by bus (Amtrak)

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3h 40mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.2 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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 Louisville International Airport (SDF) once daily.

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