How to travel from Phoenix to Nashville, United States of America

The distance between Phoenix and Nashville is around 1,462 miles (2,352km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 20m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Phoenix to Nashville by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Nashville (BNA).

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Flight time3h 25m
  • Typical cost
    $455
Operated by

American Airlines

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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Dallas and then to Nashville.

  • Duration1 day 11h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $235
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Maricopa then take the train to St. Louis then take the bus to Nashville.

  • Duration2 days 7h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $270
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Nashville.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Distance1,679 miles (2,702km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Phoenix and Nashville

There are several options for getting from Phoenix to Nashville by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $235 and will take around 1 day 11h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $455.

The distance between Phoenix and Nashville is around 1,462 miles (2,352km).

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Phoenix and Nashville by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 2h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Phoenix to Nashville is to fly which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx $455.

The cheapest way to travel between Phoenix and Nashville, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $235 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Phoenix and Nashville. We recommend that you fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Nashville (BNA). instead which will take 4h 20m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Phoenix and Nashville. It typically takes around 1 day 11h and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Phoenix to Nashville. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dallas. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 11h.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Phoenix and Nashville. Buses run twice daily and take around 1 day 11h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Phoenix and Nashville. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and arrive at Nashville (BNA). The flight takes around 3h 25m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Phoenix and Nashville with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 25m.

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines fly between Phoenix and Nashville. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and and arrive into Nashville (BNA). These flights usually take around 3h 25m.

The flight from Phoenix to Nashville typically takes around 3h 25m. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and and arrive into Nashville (BNA).

The closest major airport to Nashville is Nashville International Airport (BNA) (BNA) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Nashville. Huntsville International Airport (HSV) (HSV) and Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) (MSL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Phoenix and Nashville. The distance is around 1,679 miles (2,702km) by road and it will take around 1 day 2h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Phoenix to Nashville is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around $455.

How do I get from Phoenix to Nashville

Compare travel optionsbetween Phoenix and Nashville

Transport options from Phoenix to Nashville
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 20m
$455
hourly2,352km (1,462 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
1 day 11h
$235
twice daily2,812km (1,747 miles)
Bus via St Louis1 day 14h
$250
once daily2,989km (1,857 miles)
Bus and Train
2 days 7h
$270
3 times a week3,813km (2,369 miles)
Drive
1 day 2h
$165
on demand2,702km (1,679 miles)

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Airports near Nashville

The following major airports near Nashville offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

BNA
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
International Airport
Distance
6 miles (10km) from Nashville
HSV
Huntsville International Airport (HSV)
International Airport
Distance
105 miles (168km) from Nashville
MSL
Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
109 miles (175km) from Nashville