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Pros: On time and very educational. Cons: Everything professionally. Tips: Go Greyhound and leaving the driving to us 😊.
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Journey Information
There are 16 intercity buses per day from Dallas to Nashville. Traveling by bus from Dallas to Nashville usually takes around 15 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 13.95 minutes.
| Distance | 616 mi (992 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 14m |
| Cheapest price | $45.98 |
| Trips per day | 15 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
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How much is a bus ticket from Dallas to Nashville?
Bus tickets for a trip from Dallas to Nashville cost $93.90 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.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Dallas to Nashville are expected to cost between $90 and $131 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Nashville within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $90. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Bus tickets from Dallas to Nashville are at their cheapest average price in May. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around $106. On the other hand, traveling on this route during August might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for August trips cost $145, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.
Prices as travel date approaches
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 27 days in advance to save up to $87.43.
What bus companies travel from Dallas to Nashville?
There are 3 bus lines from Dallas to Nashville available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 14 daily trips, Tornado Bus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 1d 10h 13m | $311.71 |
| Greyhound | 6 | 16h 12m | $107.38 |
| Tornado Bus | 14 | 14h 15m | $190.13 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Dallas to Nashville, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 6 bus trips from Dallas to Nashville every day, with the average journey taking around 16 hours and 12 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Nashville usually start from $34.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 616 miles from Dallas to Nashville. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 13.95 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.
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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Dallas to Nashville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 16 scheduled buses that travel from Dallas to Nashville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 15 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Dallas to Nashville; ticket prices start at $182.00.
City Information
Dallas
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Dallas is one of the most vibrant and modern cities in Texas, as well as one of the state's best vacation destinations. While it is one of the foremost business, telecommunications and transportation hubs in the United States, Dallas is also one of the most exciting cities when it comes to culture and nightlife opportunities.
When you are planning a trip to Dallas, make sure you leave time in your schedule to check out some of the city’s world-famous museums. Some must-visits include The Sixth Floor Museum (that commemorates the assassination of John F. Kennedy), the Dallas Museum of Art, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
If you want some fresh air and a feast to the eyes, you must visit the remarkable Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, which boasts one of the best botanical collections in the entire country. And if you are after some tasty grub and good people watching, then head to Stone Street Gardens, a row of restaurants located on a charming red brick strip surrounded with tons of greenery.
Both the main train station in Dallas, the Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station, and the main bus station are located in the heart of the city’s downtown historic district just a few blocks away from each other. That makes it super convenient to travel to Dallas from various places in Texas and the rest of the U.S. or Mexico. The stations’ central location also allows for an easy transfer to and from the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport that is located pretty far outside the city.
Nashville
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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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Dallas?
Main departure station: 535 E Jefferson Blvd
Buses to Nashville leave from 5 stations in Dallas.
All bus stations in Dallas:
535 E Jefferson Blvd
Bus Terminal - 205 S Lamar St
Tornado Bus Station - 8630 E RL Thornton Fwy
4500 Harry Hines Blvd (Holiday Inn Market Ctr, rear lot)
2424 Swiss Ave (Lizard Lounge)
Where does the bus arrive in Nashville?
Main arrival station: Tornado Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Nashville.
All bus stations in Nashville:
Tornado Bus Station
Greyhound: Bus Station
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