Bus Transfers To and From Nashville International Airport

Upon arrival at Nashville International Airport (BNA), passengers can choose from several ground transportation services, including rental cars, taxis, rideshares, hotel shuttle services, and public buses.

Be sure to pick up your belongings at the Baggage Claim area before leaving the airport terminal.

Nashville Public Buses

One of the quickest, cheapest, and easiest ways for you to reach downtown Nashville from Nashville International Airport (BNA) is by using Express Bus 18 and Local Bus 18.

With a fare of only $2.00 per person, Bus 18 is the most economical mode of public transportation to reach destinations in Nashville from the airport.

If you need to get to downtown Nashville quickly, the express bus might be right for you. If you need to get to other locations in Nashville, the local bus might be for you.

The schedules and stops for these buses slightly differ depending on whether you will be traveling on a weekday or weekend/holiday.

Express Bus 18

The express bus stops at Music City Center (at the bus stop on 5th Avenue just north of Charlotte between the two bay entrances of Music City Center) and Music City Central. The express bus takes about 15 minutes to reach Music City Center and 25 minutes to Music City Central from the airport.

Local Bus 18

The local bus stops are at the Airport Marriott Hotel, Elm Hill & Acorn, Massman Drive Loop, Lafayette & Wharf, Music City Center, and Music City Central.

The express and local bus fares are also $2.00. The pick-up area at the Ground Transportation Center on Level 1 of Terminal Garage 2.

Drop-offs are on the arrivals level of the terminal.