How far is west virginia to kentucky

There are 4 ways to get from West Virginia to Kentucky by bus, train or car

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Bus  •  10h 55m

1. Take the bus from Charleston to Columbus "Greyhound"
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Louisville "Greyhound"

Bus via Cincinnati  •  11h 11m

1. Take the bus from Charleston, WV to Parkersburg, WV
2. Take the bus from Parkersburg, WV to Athens, OH - Ohio University
3. Take the bus from Athens to Cincinnati, OH
4. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Louisville

Train, bus  •  11h 41m

1. Take the train from Charleston to Indianapolis Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Amtrak Station to Louisville, KY "Greyhound" / ...

Drive  •  4h 3m

1. Drive from Charleston to Louisville 395.8 km

The bus journey time between West Virginia and Kentucky is around 10h 55m and covers a distance of around 674 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h. Operated by Greyhound USA, the West Virginia to Kentucky bus service departs from Charleston and arrives in Louisville. Typically seven buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

7 Weekly Buses

10h 55m Average Duration

$85 Cheapest Price

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What is the cheapest way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky?

The cheapest way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 4h 3m.

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What is the fastest way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky?

The quickest way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 4h 3m.

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Is there a direct bus between West Virginia and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from West Virginia to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Charleston and arriving at Louisville via Columbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

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How far is it from West Virginia to Kentucky?

The distance between West Virginia and Kentucky is 391 km. The road distance is 395.8 km.

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How do I travel from West Virginia to Kentucky without a car?

The best way to get from West Virginia to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 10h 55m and costs $85 - $130.

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How long does it take to get from West Virginia to Kentucky?

It takes approximately 10h 55m to get from West Virginia to Kentucky, including transfers.

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Where do I catch the West Virginia to Kentucky bus from?

West Virginia to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charleston station.

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Where does the West Virginia to Kentucky bus arrive?

West Virginia to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Louisville station.

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Can I drive from West Virginia to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between West Virginia to Kentucky is 396 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from West Virginia to Kentucky.

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Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are five+ hotels available in Kentucky. Prices start at $150 AUD per night.

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What companies run services between West Virginia, USA and Kentucky, USA?

You can take a bus from Charleston to Louisville via Columbus in around 10h 55m.

Amtrak

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

Greyhound USA

Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. Greyhound carries around 18 million passengers a year who travel 5.4 billion miles (8.6 billion km) a year on their fleet of around 1700 vehicles. For travel flexibility, you can board or get off a Greyhound bus at official Greyhound stations, partner stations and curbside stops. There are around 230 Greyhound stations across the US where you can both catch your bus and buy tickets, that are also available on the official website and via the mobile app.

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Amtrak Thruway

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

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