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Buses to Atlanta start at just $7.48, depending on your starting location. To secure the most budget-friendly options, ensure you book early and consider traveling on weekdays and during off-peak hours for the cheapest deals!
The best way to buy bus tickets to Atlanta is through the Greyhound website or the free Greyhound app. With just a few clicks, you can easily book your bus trip and choose your preferred seating. You can pay for your bus to Atlanta using a variety of payment methods, including debit and credit cards. For more information on payment methods, please visit the payment methods page. Looking for a cheap ticket to Atlanta? Make sure to book in advance and consider traveling during weekdays and peak-off times to get the best deals!
Onboard services available on Greyhound buses to Atlanta include free Wi-Fi for all passengers, personal power outlets near every seat, reclining leather seats with footrests, extra legroom, overhead storage, an on-board restroom, and eco-friendly technology to reduce impact on the environment.
You can use your Greyhound bus ticket to Atlanta by either presenting the PDF with a QR code when booked online or by accessing it directly in the app if purchased within the app. Simply show your ticket to the bus driver at boarding and they will scan it to validate your travel.
With Greyhound and FlixBus, you can easily reach 136 destinations from Atlanta, including Charlotte, Savannah, Nashville.
Not sure about where to catch the bus in Atlanta? Don't worry, Greyhound has got you covered. We've listed all the stops in Atlanta on the map on this page.
Yes, you can track your bus to Atlanta using the Greyhound app or by visiting the bus tracker. This will give you real-time information on the location and status of your bus.
Going to Atlanta by bus is easy with Greyhound, with 136 different rides to choose from. You can check the bus schedule once you select your departure city, destination city, and desired trip date.
Yes, you can reserve your preferred seat on most of the buses to Atlanta. All customers will be assigned a seat, but you have the option to choose your preferred one. If available, you’ll see the option when you add the passenger name to your booking. If you’d like to choose your seat, a small fee will be charged and will vary based on the route you are taking. Please visit our guide on seat reservations for more information.
When traveling by bus to Atlanta with Greyhound, you are allowed to bring one carry-on bag with you (maximum 25 lbs, 16x12x7 inches). The first bag that you store under the bus is free, and if you have a Flexible fare, the second bag stored under the bus is also free. For more information about our luggage policies and how to book extra baggage, please visit our dedicated baggage page.
Greyhound buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts to assist passengers using wheelchairs or mobility scooters. Each bus has space for two passengers with these devices. It's recommended to book your bus ticket to Atlanta in advance to ensure a spot. If you'd like to transfer to a regular seat, our drivers will stow your device for you. Service animals are also welcome on board our buses. For further details on accessibility and service animal policies, please check this link.

Bus to Atlanta

Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the dominant city of the American Southeast — a sprawling, layered place built on civil rights history, music, business, the world's busiest airport and a steadily expanding network of in-town neighbourhoods that have made it one of the country's most interesting metropolitan visits. The bus to Atlanta drops you in the middle of downtown, close to Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia Aquarium and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. People come for the civil rights heritage, for sports, for music history, for the food scene that runs from Buford Highway to the Old Fourth Ward, or for a stop on a longer Southern trip. The bus to Atlanta is also a useful gateway into the wider Southeast since the downtown station connects directly to MARTA. Bring layers — Atlanta sits at elevation and weather swings more than you'd expect.

Greyhound stops in Atlanta

Atlanta has three Greyhound stops, each suited to different travellers. The main station is the Atlanta Bus Station at 232 Forsyth Street in downtown, where buses board from the corner of Forsyth and Brotherton. As the central terminal it has indoor seating, restrooms and the basic facilities you'd expect.

The second stop is the Atlanta Downtown Civic Center stop at 435 W Peachtree Street NW, with a bus area near Pine Street. It's useful if you're staying in the Midtown corridor or near the Civic Center. The third is at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where passengers are dropped off on the lower-level North Terminal roadway. That stop is the easiest option if you're connecting onto a flight.

Plan to arrive early enough to find your platform and load up. Have your ticket ready on your phone or printed. Whichever stop you pick, MARTA — the city's subway and bus system — is close by, which makes onward travel through Atlanta straightforward.

Getting around Atlanta after your bus to Atlanta arrives

Atlanta is bigger than its central walkable core suggests. From the downtown bus station, you can reach Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola, the College Football Hall of Fame and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights on foot — they're all clustered around the park. Beyond that cluster, distances open up quickly, and you'll lean on MARTA, rideshare or the Atlanta Streetcar to cover the rest.

MARTA — the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority — is the backbone of the city's public transit. The two rail lines (the Red/Gold north-south line and the Blue/Green east-west line) cross at Five Points downtown, putting most of the central neighbourhoods, the airport and Buckhead within reach without a car. The Five Points station is a short walk from the Forsyth Street bus station.

The Atlanta Streetcar runs a downtown loop connecting Centennial Olympic Park to the Old Fourth Ward and the Martin Luther King Jr. historic district, which makes that civil rights area easy to reach. The BeltLine, a converted-rail walking and cycling corridor, opens up Inman Park, Old Fourth Ward and Krog Street Market on foot or by rented bike or scooter. For Buckhead, Decatur, Stone Mountain and the wider suburbs, MARTA rail and rideshare both work.

Top things to do in Atlanta

  • The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, in the Old Fourth Ward, with King's birth home, the Ebenezer Baptist Church and the visitor centre. A defining stop in the city's civil rights story.
  • The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, near Centennial Olympic Park, with strong exhibits on the Atlanta-rooted civil rights movement and the wider global human rights story. Well worth two or three hours.
  • The Georgia Aquarium at Pemberton Place, with whale sharks, beluga whales and several large habitats. A major draw and one of the cluster of attractions around Centennial Olympic Park.
  • Centennial Olympic Park, the legacy of the 1996 Olympics, with the Fountain of Rings, event lawns and the cluster of attractions that have grown up around it.
  • The High Museum of Art on Peachtree Street, the Southeast's flagship art museum, with strong American, European and folk-art collections plus rotating major exhibitions.
  • The Fox Theatre on Peachtree Street, a 1929 movie palace with an exuberant Moorish-Egyptian interior. Catch a show or take a tour.
  • The Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail, the converted-rail walking and cycling corridor connecting Piedmont Park to the Old Fourth Ward and Inman Park. Krog Street Market sits on the trail and is a good food stop.
  • Piedmont Park in Midtown, the city's main central park, with the Atlanta Botanical Garden next door and a long calendar of weekend events.
  • The World of Coca-Cola, near Centennial Park, telling the story of the brand born in Atlanta — a niche stop but distinctly local.
  • Inman Park and the Krog Street Market food hall, with the Eastside Trail running past, restored Victorian streetscapes and one of the best concentrations of food in the city.

Best time to visit Atlanta

Spring and autumn are the best windows. From late March through May the dogwoods and azaleas come out — Atlanta's signature spring colour — and the city's outdoor calendar fills up. The Dogwood Festival in April is a long-running event. Autumn, from late September through November, brings cooler evenings and the surrounding hills putting on a strong colour display through October.

Summer is hot and humid, with afternoons regularly above 90°F and frequent late-afternoon thunderstorms. The city stays full thanks to conferences, sports and the airport, but plan around early mornings and shaded afternoons. Piedmont Park stays busy in summer and the BeltLine carries enough breeze to be walkable in the cooler hours.

Winter is mild but variable. Most days are cool, occasionally cold, and the city sees the occasional snowstorm even if the totals are small. Football season runs through these months, and the holiday lights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden are a strong indoor-outdoor combination. The museums stay open at full pace.

If you can time it for early April, the Dogwood Festival weekend at Piedmont Park gives you Atlanta in its most-photographed mood — pink and white flowering trees over the lawns, the Botanical Garden behind, and the Midtown skyline catching the spring light. Even outside that weekend the same park and the BeltLine that connects it to the eastern neighbourhoods are the city's most rewarding spring walks. Use the search bar on this page to check schedules and book bus tickets to Atlanta when your dates are firm.

Planning Your Greyhound Bus Trip to Atlanta?

You're in the right place! Get all the details you need to arrange your bus journey to Atlanta! There are 3 bus stops in Atlanta. You can board the Greyhound at Atlanta Airport, Atlanta Bus Station, Atlanta Downtown (Civic Center). You can easily find the location of the stop(s) on the map available on this page. Traveling to or departing from Atlanta can cost you as little as $7.48. If you're on the hunt for a cheap ticket to Atlanta, remember to book early. Traveling on weekdays or during non-peak hours can also lead you to some of the most budget-friendly fares available! With 136 destinations linked to Atlanta, Greyhound provides you with multiple options for planning your bus trip.

Why travel to Atlanta with Greyhound

When you choose Greyhound, you're promised a comfy seat and free Wi-Fi throughout your journey. Stay connected and entertained while we safely drive you to your destination! Enjoy a comfy bus trip to Atlanta with our onboard facilities like free Wi-Fi and power outlets. Choose your favorite seat while booking and travel with peace of mind rest easy knowing your ticket covers one carry-on and one checked bag.

How to book your bus ticket to Atlanta

Booking a ticket with Greyhound is a breeze: on this website or on the free Greyhound App, you can complete your booking in a few clicks. When purchasing your ticket to Atlanta online, you can choose between different secured online payment methods, such as credit and debit cards. Alternatively, you can pay in cash at a sales point.