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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Greyhound Bus Station | WJW Investments Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Nashville Bus Station | Bus Stop Lexington | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Bus Station | WJW Investments Bus Stop | No tags |
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Get from Nashville to Lexington
The journey takes about 14 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Nashville and Lexington?
Stops in Nashville
- A709 5th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37203
- B4033 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211, USA
Stops in Lexington
- A477 W New Circle Rd, Lexington, KY 40511
- B1801 Alexandria Dr, Lexington, KY 40504, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nashville, TN to Lexington, KY by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Nashville to Lexington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nashville to Lexington start from $100. The average price for this route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Nashville to Lexington?
The average bus travel time from Nashville to Lexington is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Nashville to Lexington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nashville to Lexington?
The earliest bus departs from Nashville to Lexington at 5:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nashville to Lexington?
A bus trip from Nashville to Lexington generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Nashville to Lexington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nashville to Lexington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Nashville to Lexington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nashville to Lexington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Nashville, TN to Lexington, KY was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $117To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nashville, TN to Lexington, KY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $117 to $307 for a bus ticket from Nashville, TN to Lexington, KY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $117 which is on 2025-12-05.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
