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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Mobile to Atlanta. Traveling by bus from Mobile to Atlanta usually takes around 6 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 300 mi (483 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $25.48 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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How much is a bus ticket from Mobile to Atlanta?
Bus tickets for a trip from Mobile to Atlanta cost $39.85 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Mobile to Atlanta are expected to cost between $38 and $45 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 $39. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Mobile to Atlanta, mark your calendar for April. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just $45. However, taking the bus from Mobile to Atlanta during August is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of $52. The best way to find deals on a trip in August is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.
Prices as 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 20 days in advance to save $43.39 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Mobile to Atlanta?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Mobile to Atlanta. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 6h 42m | $48.78 |
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 Mobile to Atlanta every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 42 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Atlanta usually start from $25.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 300 miles from Mobile to Atlanta. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 20 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Mobile to Atlanta for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Mobile to Atlanta, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Mobile 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 Mobile to Atlanta without transferring.
City Information
Atlanta
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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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Mobile?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 2545 Government Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Mobile.
All bus stations in Mobile:
Bus Terminal - 2545 Government Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Atlanta?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St
Built 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.
All bus stations in Atlanta:
Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St
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