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Sun3 Aug
from US$195
Mon4 Aug
from US$164
Tue5 Aug
Wed6 Aug
Thu7 Aug
Fri8 Aug
Sat9 Aug
Sun10 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Louisville
    Destination location: Louisville, KY
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Louisville
    Destination location: Louisville, KY
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Louisville
    Destination location: Louisville, KY
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Louisville
    Destination location: Louisville, KY
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Louisville
    Destination location: Louisville, KY
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Louisville

Bus
Average priceUS$101 - US$336Average duration21h 40m
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$178 - US$178Average duration1d 12h
95kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Louisville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Louisville. The journey takes about 21 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
21h 40mAverage duration
US$101Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Louisville: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$193
Average bus trip duration21h 40m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure01:35
Distance650 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Louisville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Louisville

  1. How far is Louisville from New York City by coach?

    The journey from New York City to Louisville by coach covers an approximate distance of 649 miles (1046 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from New York City to Louisville without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/07
US$250
31/07
US$219
Today
US$257
02/08
US$283
03/08
US$188
04/08
US$157
05/08
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06/08
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Louisville was searched and found on 4 Aug 2025 with a price of US$157

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Louisville as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$157 to US$351 for a bus ticket from New York City to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$157, which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York City and Louisville!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New York City to Louisville, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from New York City to Louisville will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New York City to Louisville, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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