Transportation & Getting Around Bowling Green

Easily accessible from I-65, the Natcher Parkway and numerous highways, Bowling Green is located within half a day’s drive of over 47% of the country’s population. An easy “drive-in” destination, Bowling Green is also a perfect stop for private passenger planes.

Additionally, BG is located less than an hour north of the Nashville International Airport. Many local companies offer affordable airport shuttle service and Go BG Transit offers inexpensive bus service once you are here. Of course, those who drive will enjoy free parking all over town… and there’s plenty of it!

The following is a list of transportation services available in the area:

Airports

BOWLING GREEN-WARREN COUNTY REGIONAL AIRPORT

Full flight service, all-weather capability, FBO 24 hours 7 days a week, rental cars, aircraft maintenance, free parking, courtesy car, two flight schools and charter service.

Address: 1000 Woodhurst Street, Bowling Green, KY. 42103

Directions: I-65 exit 22 to US 231 North. Right at stoplight #5.

Phone: (270) 842-1101

Web Site: https://bgwcairport.org/

Bowling Green/Warren County Regional Airport

1000 Woodhurst St.
(270) 842-1101

Bowling Green’s centralized location in the south eastern United States has quickly made Bowling Green - Warren County Regional Airport a great stop for quick refuels and cargo operations. The city is also perfect for a weekend getaway or a night out with upscale amenities and…

LOUISVILLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Approximately two hours north of Bowling Green. Eastern Time Zone

Directions: I-65 North

Website: http://www.flylouisville.com/

NASHVILLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Approximately one hour south of Bowling Green. Central Time Zone

Directions: I-65 south to I-24/I-40 East. I-40 East exit 216A

Website: http://www.flynashville.com/

Bus Services

GO BG TRANSIT

GO Somewhere! with GO bg Transit on one of five bus routes to one of the major destinations within the city limits of Bowling Green — Greenwood Mall, Western Kentucky University, grocery and discount stores, the Convention Center, Fountain Square — You name it, we probably GO there! Fixed route bus services are open to the general public Monday-Friday from 6am to 6pm (Saturday services temporarily paused due to Covid-19) with ADA Complementary Paratransit available through Go, too. *Exact fare in dollars or coins is needed for on-demand riding without the mobile app.

Phone: (270) 782-3163

Website: http://www.casoky.org/transportation and https://www.bgky.org/transit

BG Trolley

Historic City Tours / Private Events

Let your crew enjoy a scenic and Historic City Tour on the new BG Trolley, or rent it for your private event! The 34-passenger trolley is ADA compliant and features LED exterior signage, PA system and sound system. Public tours are available Fridays & Saturdays by reservation.

Address: Tours begin and end at the National Corvette Museum, 350 Corvette Dr.

Phone: (270) 745-7317

Website: BGTrolleyTours.com

Car Charging

EV Charging Stations

Electric vehicle charging stations can be found at the following locations: KOA Campground, Best Western Plus, Candlewood Suites, Courtyard by Marriott, Embassy Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Home2 Suites, Hotel Sync, Meijer, Montana Grille Restaurant, National Corvette Museum, Tru by Hilton, Warren Rural Elec Co-Op Corporation, Commonwealth Regional Specialty Hospital, and Circus Square Parking Lot. A full list of locations can be viewed HERE.

Additionally, WKU Parking Structure #3 and WKU Regents Hall Lot has charging stations for visitors of Western Kentucky University.

Website: https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/electricity_locations.html#/find/nearest?fuel=ELEC

Car Rental

AVIS RENT A CAR

Featuring GM cars. Free pickup at hotels and dealerships.

Address: 1755 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42104

Phone: (270) 842-1700 / After Hours: (270) 535-7234

Website: https://www.avis.com/en/locations/us/ky/bowling-green/b3k

ENTERPRISE

Reserve a car, truck, SUV or van with pick-up service and after-hours returns available.

Address: 1641 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42104

Phone: (270) 782-7700

Website: https://www.enterprise.com/en/car-rental-locations/us/ky/bowling-green-scottsville-rd-5844.html

Ground

BOWLING GREEN SHUTTLE

We offer door-to-door transportation service to and from the Nashville International Airport. Group transportation for weddings, conventions, and special events.

Address: 25 E. 11th Ave., Bowling Green, KY 42101

Phone: (270) 781-4321

Email: reservations@bgshuttle.com / Website: http://www.bgshuttle.com