Cheap bus tickets from Nashville to Lexington
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Bus from Nashville to Lexington: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Nashville to Lexington. Traveling by bus from Nashville to Lexington usually takes around 15 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 10 minutes.
- Distance
- 181 mi (291 km)
- Shortest duration
- 2h 10m
- Cheapest price
- NOK 674.22
- Trips per day
- 0
- Most frequent service
- Greyhound
- Bus lines
- 2
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Nashville to Lexington Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Nashville to Lexington:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Nashville to Lexington?
Bus tickets for a trip from Nashville to Lexington cost NOK 740.72 on average. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than NOK 740.72. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Nashville to Lexington by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Nashville to Lexington in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 646 to NOK 893. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on October 24, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lexington this week, bus tickets are available starting at NOK 741.
Average bus ticket prices from Nashville to Lexington by month
Taking the bus from Nashville to Lexington is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only NOK 684. If you're planning to take the bus from Nashville to Lexington during April, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 1,159. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 19 days in advance. This way, you can save up to NOK 759.43 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Nashville to Lexington?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Nashville to Lexington that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 15h 28m | NOK 920.36 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 2h 40m | NOK 902.50 |
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 Nashville to Lexington every day, with the average journey taking around 15 hours and 28 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Lexington usually start from NOK 674.22.






Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Nashville to Lexington
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Nashville to Lexington. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Trips per day
2
Direct trips
0
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 181 miles from Nashville to Lexington. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 10 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.
Distance (mi)
181
Distance (km)
291
The first bus leaves at 4:50am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Nashville to Lexington, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
4:50am
Latest bus
10:00pm
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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.
Most crowded
Tuesday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Nashville



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.
Lexington



Located at the heart of Bluegrass Country, Lexington is sometimes called the horse capital of the world for its thoroughbred stud farms. The second-largest city in Kentucky, Lexington was named after the battle of the American Revolutionary War, and it was founded just a year before the Declaration of Independence was signed.
The presence of some of the nation's brightest minds at the University of Kentucky has helped foster a cultured air and led Lexington to take another nickname, the Athens of the West.
Downtown Lexington remains the place to see and be seen, hosting many of the city's top hotels and a handful of grassroots distilleries. You’ll be happy to know that Lexington is the city with the second cheapest pint of beer on average, so plan to hit up some breweries. Slightly east lies the Gratz Park district, home to several important buildings, including Hunt-Morgan House. A relatively modest red brick structure by today's Lexington standards, it was built by the first millionaire west of the Allegheny Mountains.
Travel to and from Lexington couldn't be simpler, thanks to no less than 180 different bus routes. There's certainly little difficulty reaching the state capital Frankfort, the rock 'n' roll sounds of Memphis, or the laid-back vibes of New Orleans.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Nashville?
Main departure station: Greyhound: Bus Station
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.
All bus stations in Nashville:
- Greyhound: Bus Station
- 4031 Nolensville Pike
Where does the bus arrive in Lexington?
Main arrival station: 477 W New Circle Rd NW
The Greyhound bus station in Lexington is located on W New Circle Road, near the Green Acres, Elkhorn Park, and Radcliffe neighborhoods. It is about three miles from the center of the city. The bus station has restrooms and vending machines inside, but the station has limited hours; be prepared to wait for your bus outside or in one of the surrounding fast-food restaurants. Luckily, the station is in a strip mall that is also home to a bakery, pizza joint, Burger King, and a Family Dollar.
All bus stations in Lexington:
- 477 W New Circle Rd NW
- 1801 Alexandria Dr
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