Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus (Ohio State University) | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Columbus to Knoxville
The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Knoxville?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Knoxville
- AKnoxville Area Transit Bus Stop, 100 Kirkwood St, Knoxville, TN 37914, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Columbus, OH to Knoxville, TN
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Knoxville?
The cheapest coach tickets from Columbus to Knoxville start from £55. The average price for this route is around £81. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Columbus to Knoxville?
The average bus journey time from Columbus to Knoxville is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 278 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Knoxville route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Knoxville?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Knoxville at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 09:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Knoxville?
A bus journey from Columbus to Knoxville produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Columbus 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 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Knoxville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Columbus 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus 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.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Knoxville, TN was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £67To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Knoxville, TN as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £67 to £108 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Knoxville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £67, which is on 2025-11-30.
