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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Athens to Florence. Traveling by coach from Athens to Florence usually takes around 13 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern Stages coach can make the trip in 13 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 206 mi (332 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £92.53 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Athens to Florence?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Athens to Florence. Southeastern Stages 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Stages | 1 | 13h 27m | £92.53 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Athens to Florence from £93. There are 1 Southeastern Stages schedules from Athens to Florence and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Florence. In Athens, Southeastern Stages departs to Florence from 1590 Lexington Rd and no other station. In Florence, Southeastern Stages arrives at Southeastern Stages - 611 S Irby St and no other station.
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Athens to Florence takes 13 hours and 27 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Florence in 13 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Florence.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 13 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 206 miles from Athens to Florence. However, the fastest coach only takes 13 hours and 25 minutes. 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 Athens to Florence. It leaves the station in Athens at 19:00 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 Athens?
Main departure station: 1590 Lexington Rd
Most coaches depart from the main station in Athens.
All coach stations in Athens:
1590 Lexington Rd
Where does the coach arrive in Florence?
Main arrival station: Southeastern Stages - 611 S Irby St
All coaches from Athens arrive at one main station in Florence.
Coach stations in Florence:
Southeastern Stages - 611 S Irby St
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