What is the travel distance from Louisville to Nashville?

About 155 miles (250 km) separate Louisville and Nashville.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Louisville to Nashville?

The majority of buses traveling from Louisville to Nashville start their journey at Louisville Greyhound Bus Station and wind up at Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Nashville?

Once in Nashville, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Nashville Shakespeare Festival, The Parthenon, Frist Center for Visual Arts, Bridgestone Arena and Segway Of Nashville Tours.

Bus Louisville to Nashville from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Louisville to Nashville on November 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:55pm	Louisville, KY	3h 30m	1:25am	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
6:15pm	Louisville, KY	2h 55m	8:10pm	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
1:45pm	Louisville, KY	3h 10m	3:55pm	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:05pm	Louisville, KY	3h 15m	12:20am	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
2:20pm	Louisville, KY	3h 10m	4:30pm	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Louisville to Nashville on November 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:55pm	Louisville, KY	3h 30m	1:25am	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
6:15pm	Louisville, KY	2h 55m	8:10pm	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
1:35am	Louisville, KY	3h 15m	3:50am	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
3:35am	Louisville, KY	3h	5:35am	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
6:05am	Louisville, KY	3h 25m	8:30am	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Louisville to Nashville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

3h 15mAverage Duration

155 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound

3.5/587,358 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Louisville Nashville recent customer reviews

bus operator was friendly and nice but the staff in the station waiting area were rude and slow

Pritti B.

November 13, 2018

I got here

Amber L.

November 28, 2019

Very good ride and friendly driver thanks again

Valda C.

October 9, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,227 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $111 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Louisville and Nashville?

Stops in Louisville

A - Louisville Greyhound Bus Station

Stops in Nashville

A - Greyhound Bus Station

B - Nashville Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Louisville to Nashville, TN by bus

What is the travel distance from Louisville to Nashville?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Louisville to Nashville?
What are the best sights and things to do in Nashville?

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The cheapest trip from Louisville to Nashville, TN was searched and found on Nov 7, 2025 with a price of $27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Louisville to Nashville, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $105 for a bus ticket from Louisville to Nashville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-10.

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