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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Atlanta to Knoxville. Traveling by bus from Atlanta to Knoxville usually takes around 5 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 5 hours,
Distance | 155 mi (250 km) |
Shortest duration | 5h 0m |
Cheapest price | PLN 129.09 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Atlanta to Knoxville?
Bus tickets for a trip from Atlanta to Knoxville cost PLN 129.09 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
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Atlanta to Knoxville is expected to be between PLN 129 and PLN 157. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is May 15, 2024, when tickets are available for May 15, 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just PLN 129.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 27 days in advance to save up to PLN 113.75.
What bus companies travel from Atlanta to Knoxville?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Atlanta to Knoxville. Greyhound 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 |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 2 | 5h 5m | PLN 145.71 |
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 2 bus trips from Atlanta to Knoxville every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Knoxville usually start from PLN 129.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 155 miles from Atlanta to Knoxville. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours. 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.
Because many passengers travel from Atlanta to Knoxville at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 4:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Atlanta to Knoxville, 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 Knoxville?
Main arrival station: Knoxville Bus Station
All buses from Atlanta arrive at one main station in Knoxville.
All bus stations in Knoxville:
Knoxville Bus Station
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