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Knoxville - Baton Rouge Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 6 intercity buses per day from Knoxville to Baton Rouge. Traveling by bus from Knoxville to Baton Rouge usually takes around 22 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance564 mi (908 km)
Shortest duration17h 30m
Cheapest price$173.98
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
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What bus companies travel from Knoxville to Baton Rouge?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Knoxville to Baton Rouge. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound622h 35m$207.83
  • 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 Knoxville to Baton Rouge every day, with the average journey taking around 22 hours and 35 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Baton Rouge usually start from $174.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 22 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 564 miles from Knoxville to Baton Rouge. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 30 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 Knoxville to Baton Rouge 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Knoxville to Baton Rouge, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Knoxville to Baton Rouge every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Baton Rouge

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The humbler and more genial cousin of New Orleans, Baton Rouge is an attractive city with a rich history and remarkable cultural landmarks. The top destination in Baton Rouge is Louisiana's Old State Capitol. Boasting a Gothic Revival architectural style and awe-inspiring towers, the building is now a museum with numerous exhibits about the state's history. Next, visit the USS Kidd, considered one of the world's most authentically restored marine vessels. For those interested in rural American life, check out the LSU Rural Museum, whose exhibitions focus on the working classes of the 18th and 19th centuries.

Baton Rouge's food scene is just as vibrant as New Orleans', with a wide range of options to choose from. Those who love fine dining should not miss out on St Francisville Inn & Restaurant, which offers Southern specialties and amazing pub dishes. For a more unique taste, check out Cocha, which offers seasonal local dishes.

Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is the main airport in the city, located just 10 miles north of downtown. The city's bus terminal on Florida Blvd serves Amtrak trains as well as intercity Greyhound and Jefferson Lines buses.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Knoxville?

Main departure station: Knoxville Bus Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Knoxville.

All bus stations in Knoxville:

  • Knoxville Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Baton Rouge?

Main arrival station: Baton Rouge Park&Ride

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Baton Rouge.

All bus stations in Baton Rouge:

  • Baton Rouge Park&Ride

  • Chevron Gas Station

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