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Raleigh to Athens Bus Schedule
Bus from Raleigh to Athens: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Raleigh to Athens. Traveling by bus from Raleigh to Athens usually takes around 30 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 296 mi (476 km) |
| Shortest duration | 30h 20m |
| Cheapest price | DKK 744.91 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Raleigh to Athens?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Raleigh to Athens. 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Stages | 1 | 1d 6h 20m | DKK 744.91 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Raleigh to Athens from DKK 745. Typically there is one Southeastern Stages schedule per day from Raleigh to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Athens. In Raleigh, Southeastern Stages departs to Athens from Raleigh . In Athens, Southeastern Stages arrives at Athens .
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Raleigh to Athens takes 30 hours and 20 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Raleigh to Athens
The bus takes an average of 30 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 296 miles from Raleigh to Athens. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Raleigh to Athens. It leaves the station in Raleigh at 5:00am 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
Raleigh
As an up-and-coming smart city, Raleigh has a wide range of activities that will satisfy all kinds of travelers. One of the most famous destinations in the city is the Neuse River Trail, which boasts 28 miles of a scenic path running through Wake Forest. It goes through not only forests but also wetlands, allowing walkers and cyclists to take a breather from the concrete jungle and be one with nature. Raleigh is also a famous research city, so it makes sense to visit the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. With a permanent collection that attracts all ages, including whale skeletons and seahorse diorama, the museum is a great spot that you should not miss out on. If you wish to go shopping the old-fashioned way, the Raleigh City Market, which opened more than a century ago, allows you to meander through various small boutiques.
Raleigh’s reputation as a foodie haven is on a steady rise, and it currently houses five different establishments by chef Ashley Christensen, of which Poole’s Diner is particularly noteworthy. If you are looking for authentic North Carolina-style barbecues, Clyde Cooper’s stands among the most popular choices.
Raleigh’s main bus station is located outside of the city center at 2210 Capital Blvd. The city’s Amtrak station is one of the busiest in the country, and there are daily trains running from Raleigh to New York City, Charlotte and Miami, among other places. The principal airport in the region is the Raleigh–Durham International Airport, which is northwest of Downtown.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Raleigh?
Main departure station: Raleigh
Most buses depart from the main station in Raleigh.
All bus stations in Raleigh:
Raleigh
Where does the bus arrive in Athens?
Main arrival station: Athens
All buses from Raleigh arrive at one main station in Athens.
All bus stations in Athens:
Athens
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