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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Lake Placid to Florence. Traveling by coach from Lake Placid to Florence usually takes around 34 hours and 25 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 486 mi (783 km) |
| Shortest duration | 34h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £126.21 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Lake Placid to Florence?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Lake Placid to Florence. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 1d 10h 25m | £126.21 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 1 bus trips from Lake Placid to Florence every day, with the average journey taking around 34 hours and 25 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Florence usually start from £126.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 34 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 486 miles from Lake Placid to Florence. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one coach per day from Lake Placid to Florence. It leaves the station in Lake Placid at 13:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Florence
Florence is a hidden gem in the northeast of South Carolina. Though best known for its history as a significant railway hub, Florence is a modern city with activities and sights to fill a weekend getaway or a longer vacation.
Every November, Florence goes nuts during the SC Pecan Music and Food Festival, an event hosted downtown to celebrate the beloved pecan. If you're in town during the festival, check out the car show, live music, half marathon, and other associated events to get to know Florence locals and culture.
Florence is a year-round destination for outdoor recreation. Golf is a favourite among Florence residents, so upgrade from mini-golf and try the real thing. Traces Golf Club welcomes golfers of all skill levels, don't worry. Don't leave Florence without spending a day at Lynches River County Park, the starting point of the 66-mile South Carolina Revolutionary Rivers Trail. You can kayak or canoe throughout the county, following the swampy path that allowed American patriots to evade British troops in the American Revolution.
Florence Regional Airport operates limited flights to connect to Charlotte, but most paths to Florence involve some kind of ground travel. Amtrak's Palmetto and Silver Service trains stop in Florence, with connections to New York and Washington to the north and Orlando and Miami to the south. Greyhound and Southeastern Stages offer intercity coach service to Florence that connects the city to other destinations throughout the South.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Lake Placid?
Main departure station: Wendy's
Most coaches depart from the main station in Lake Placid.
All coach stations in Lake Placid:
Wendy's
Where does the coach arrive in Florence?
Main arrival station: 2301 W Lucas St (TA Gas Station)
All coaches from Lake Placid arrive at one main station in Florence.
Coach stations in Florence:
2301 W Lucas St (TA Gas Station)
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