Nashville International Airport (BNA)

Getting Around

How to get to and from Nashville International Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at BNA

Nashville International Airport is connected to Nashville and the wider United States transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Bus & Shuttle

WeGo Public Transit's Route 18 connects the airport to downtown Nashville and the wider WeGo network from the Ground Transportation Center — a budget option, though schedules are less frequent than a dedicated airport express service.

Taxi

Metered taxis and licensed limos operate from the Ground Transportation Center; a ride downtown takes about 15–20 minutes and typically costs $25–35.

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft are heavily used at BNA, with a dedicated pickup area in the Ground Transportation Center — often the fastest and most cost-effective option for the short hop into downtown Nashville.

Car Rental

A large on-site rental facility serves all major national brands, a short walk from baggage claim — useful if you're planning day trips beyond Nashville itself.

Insider tip

BNA is only about 10 miles from downtown Nashville, one of the shorter airport-to-downtown distances among major US airports — even in traffic, rideshare or taxi rarely takes more than 20–25 minutes.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official Nashville International Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from BNA to Nashville in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Car Rental at BNA

Exploring United States beyond Nashville? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.

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Ground Transport Tips for BNA

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at Nashville International Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.
If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.
Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. Nashville city traffic can significantly extend journey times.
Download offline maps for Nashville before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.
If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.
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