Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus (Ohio State University) | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Columbus to Knoxville
The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Knoxville?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Knoxville
- AKnoxville Area Transit Bus Stop, 100 Kirkwood St, Knoxville, TN 37914, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH to Knoxville, TN by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Knoxville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Knoxville start from $97. The average price for this route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Knoxville?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Knoxville is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 447 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Knoxville route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Knoxville?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Knoxville at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Knoxville?
A bus trip from Columbus to Knoxville generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Columbus to Knoxville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Knoxville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Columbus to Knoxville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Knoxville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Knoxville, TN was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $124To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Knoxville, TN, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $124 to $194 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Knoxville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2025-12-25.
