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Pros: The trip went smooth. Cons: When I bought my ticket I didn’t know I had to pay for luggage. It will be helpful in the future to let passengers know ahead of time. Tips: N/a.
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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Kansas City to Nashville.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceDKK 658.96 | Avg. PriceDKK 1,491.05 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration12h 34m | Duration1d 0h 44m |
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Kansas City to Nashville. Traveling by bus from Kansas City to Nashville usually takes around 12 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 472 mi (760 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 35m |
| Cheapest price | DKK 453.90 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Kansas City to Nashville
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: The trip went smooth. Cons: When I bought my ticket I didn’t know I had to pay for luggage. It will be helpful in the future to let passengers know ahead of time. Tips: N/a.
Bus tickets for a trip from Kansas City to Nashville cost DKK 577.61 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Kansas City to Nashville in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from DKK 538 to DKK 889. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 13, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to Nashville this week, bus tickets are available starting at DKK 538.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 17 days in advance to save up to DKK 536.87.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Kansas City to Nashville. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 12h 53m | DKK 654.61 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Kansas City to Nashville every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Nashville usually start from DKK 454.
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 472 miles from Kansas City to Nashville. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Kansas City to Nashville for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Kansas City to Nashville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Kansas City to Nashville. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Kansas City to Nashville; ticket prices start at DKK 1,232.54.



Straddling two states, Kansas City is a vibrant modern city with plenty of activities for visitors. Those wishing to learn more about the city’s culture and history should not miss out on the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Arts, which offers artworks for both children and adults alike. If you seek something a bit quirkier and more interesting, the Arabia Steamboat Museum will certainly satisfy your curiosity. While you are in town, don’t forget to pay the Boulevard Brewing Company a visit. It is the largest specialty brewer in the Midwest and the source of pride from many local residents.
Kansas City’s signature barbecue is another source of pride, and you should take every occasion to try it out. Some noticeable venues with well-received barbecue dishes include Danny Edwards Boulevard BBQ and Arthur Bryant's Barbeque. If that’s not really your thing, The Farmhouse and Providence New American Kitchen are also worth checking out.
Kansas City’s principal bus station is located on Troost Ave, and it offers bus trips to Chicago, Wichita and Denver, among many other places. Kansas City Union Station provides Amtrak intercity train services, and the trains Missouri River Runner and Southwest Chief pass through the station on their way. Kansas City International Airport is located 15 miles northwest of Downtown.

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Nashville may be the capital of the state of Tennessee, but it’s actually much more famous as the country music capital of the world. If you are a fan of country music, or music in general, Nashville is a must-visit destination. Here you can visit several one-of-a-kind museums dedicated to the genre and attend amazing live performances every day at pretty much every bar or venue across town.
There are two places that you absolutely must visit while you’re in town: the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum (for obvious reasons), and the legendary Grand Ole Opry House, known as country’s most famous stage. Once you get those out of the way, head over to Broadway and snatch yourself a pair of cowboy boots before embarking on a tour of the many bars and restaurants that make up Nashville’s most famous street.
And if you’re looking to escape the country-ness of it all, you might want to head over to East Nashville where you will find hip new restaurants and bars full of young and artistic crowds. It’s definitely worth checking out the area, if only for the several Insta-ready murals you will find there.
While there is no Amtrak train service that goes to Nashville, there are several bus carriers that serve the city and the main bus station is located very conveniently downtown, not too far from all the hustle and bustle of Music City. The Nashville International Airport is located on the outskirts of the city, but there is a direct bus transit service that will take you from there all the way to the heart of town.

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Link to image attributionLocated on Troost Avenue, the Bus Terminal provides intercity bus service from Kansas City on Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, and Amtrak Thruway buses. Popular routes from this station travel to cities such as Columbia, Chicago, and Wichita. The lounge inside the station includes seating, restrooms, and a cell phone charging station to help you stay connected during your trip. Several public transit options depart from nearby 12th St, so it’s easy to travel throughout Kansas City from the bus terminal.
Bus Terminal - 1101 Troost Ave
The primary bus station in Nashville is in the heart of the SoBro (“South of Broadway”) neighborhood, surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and music venues. From this station, you can catch Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Miller Transportation, and Amtrak Thruway buses offering trips to destinations throughout the United States. To make traveling stress-free, this station is open 24 hours a day and includes restrooms, vending machines, and charging stations for your phone.
Greyhound: Bus Station
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