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Bus from Athens to Florence: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Athens to Florence. Traveling by bus from Athens to Florence usually takes around 16 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern Stages bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 50 minutes.
Distance | 206 mi (332 km) |
Shortest duration | 13h 50m |
Cheapest price | €87.18 |
Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
Bus lines | 1 |

What bus 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 one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Southeastern Stages | 2 | 16h 3m | €87.62 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Athens to Florence from €87. There are 2 trips per day offered by Southeastern Stages 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 . In Florence, Southeastern Stages arrives at Southeastern Stages - 611 S Irby St .
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Athens to Florence takes 16 hours and 3 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Florence in 13 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Florence.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Athens to Florence
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 206 miles from Athens to Florence. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 50 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.
The first bus leaves at 7:00pm and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Athens to Florence, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 favorite 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 bus service to Florence that connects the city to other destinations throughout the South.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Athens?
Main departure station: 1590 Lexington Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Athens.
All bus stations in Athens:
1590 Lexington Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Florence?
Main arrival station: Southeastern Stages - 611 S Irby St
All buses from Athens arrive at one main station in Florence.
All bus stations in Florence:
Southeastern Stages - 611 S Irby St
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