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Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach Bus Schedule
Bus from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach. Traveling by bus from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach usually takes around 12 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 264 mi (426 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 20m |
| Cheapest price | PLN 168.15 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach?
Bus tickets for a trip from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach cost PLN 176.29 on average. Tickets cheaper than PLN 176.29 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 17 days in advance. This way, you can save up to PLN 170.65 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach. 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 | 12h 11m | PLN 282.31 |
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 Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 11 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Fort Walton Beach usually start from PLN 168.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 264 miles from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Atlanta to Fort Walton Beach, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Atlanta
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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 Atlanta?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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
Where does the bus arrive in Fort Walton Beach?
Main arrival station: Shell Gas Station
All buses from Atlanta arrive at one main station in Fort Walton Beach.
All bus stations in Fort Walton Beach:
Shell Gas Station
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