Bus from Washington, DC, US to Knoxville, TN: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Knoxville on December 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Union Station
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Union Station
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Union Station
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Union Station
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Springfield Bus Stop, VA
Knoxville Bus StationNo tags

Get from Washington to Knoxville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 23 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
23h 5mAverage Duration
701 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Knoxville, TN by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Knoxville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Knoxville start from $68. The average price for this route is around $157. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to Knoxville?

    The average bus travel time from Washington to Knoxville is 23h 5m, covering a distance of 701 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Knoxville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Knoxville?

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Knoxville at 5:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Knoxville?

    A bus trip from Washington to Knoxville generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Washington to Knoxville?

    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 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Knoxville?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Knoxville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Knoxville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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12-25
$108
12-26
$323
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12-31
$104
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Knoxville, TN was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $104

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Knoxville, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $104 to $323 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Knoxville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-31.

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