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There are 8 intercity buses per day from Durham to Atlanta. Traveling by bus from Durham to Atlanta usually takes around 9 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 348 mi (559 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 45m |
| Cheapest price | £8.04 |
| Trips per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Overall score for buses from Durham to Atlanta
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: The customer service man at that night was very very Rud with me just when I asked about the bus arriver time after the has late more than an hour, he even hand up phone on me and never answer my call. Cons: Please please customer service on the bus is very very poor.
4.0
Pros: It was cheap and easy and relaxing. Cons: Idk right now.
£11.97 is the average price of a bus ticket from Durham to Atlanta. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Bus tickets from Durham to Atlanta are expected to cost between £14 and £34 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Atlanta within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from £24. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 29 days in advance to save £53.08 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
There are 3 bus lines from Durham to Atlanta available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 5 | 7h 43m | £45.81 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 9h 54m | £26.61 |
| Megabus | 1 | 7h 40m | £27.15 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 5 trips per day from Durham to Atlanta, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Durham to Atlanta every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 54 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Atlanta usually start from £8.
Book Megabus from Durham to Atlanta from £11. There are 1 Megabus schedules from Durham to Atlanta and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Atlanta. In Durham, Megabus departs to Atlanta from Bus Terminal - 515 W Pettigrew St and no other station. In Atlanta, Megabus arrives at Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St and no other station.
An average trip on Megabus from Durham to Atlanta takes 7 hours and 40 minutes , while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to Atlanta in 6 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Atlanta.
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 559 kilometers from Durham to Atlanta. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Durham to Atlanta at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Durham to Atlanta, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Durham to Atlanta every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Durham to Atlanta without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Durham to Atlanta; ticket prices start at £57.13.
Durham is a little treasure cove for all fans of history and the United States’ heritage. The first and foremost thing you should try out is go on a hike on one of the city’s iconic trails. For a more traditional hiking experience, try the Eno River Trail. If you wish to enjoy a more unique experience, the American Tobacco Trail will be a better choice, as it follows the old CSX railroad. For those who want to explore the city’s rich history, check out the Stagville Plantation, which is now a museum dedicated to the city’s antebellum history, offering a unique historical perspective.
Durham’s food scene is vibrant and exciting. Fans of seafood will definitely be amazed at how fresh and delicious the seafood at Mateo Bar de Tapas is. If you wish to try out Italian eats with a twist, check out Devil’s Pizzeria & Restaurant.
The main bus station is the Transportation Center located at 515 W Pettigrew St in Downtown Durham. From there, you can take a bus to New York, Richmond, Washington D.C., and dozens of other destinations across the country. The main Amtrak train station in Durham is located around the corner from the bus stop at 601 W Main St. Durham is served by Amtrak’s Carolinian and Piedmont lines. The city’s air services are handled by the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 12 miles southeast of the city.
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Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.
The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.
Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.
Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.
Durham has two bus stations with service to Atlanta.
Durham Transportation Center - Bus Bay T
Bus Terminal - 515 W Pettigrew St
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Link to image attributionBuilt in 1996, the Atlanta Bus Station at 232 Forsyth Street SW is located close to downtown and is one of the most popular bus stations in the city. Served by Greyhound, Southeastern Stages and Jefferson Lines, this busy intercity bus terminal provides hundreds of connections to major cities. The Atlanta Bus Station offers convenient connections within Atlanta via the adjacent MARTA train station and multiple public bus stops within one block of the station. There are also several hotels and motels in the vicinity, for when you’re ready to relax after a successful day of traveling.
Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St
MARTA Civic Center
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