The cheapest and fastest buses from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 3 buses that leave Atlanta, GA for Winston Salem, NC on Wed, Dec 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct buses cover the 459 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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undefined · undefinedAtlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Live departures
Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:40 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 6h20 | 12:00 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:05 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 6h40 | 7:45 PM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC
Buses from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:29. The fastest bus covers the 285 miles (459 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 285 miles (459 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€34) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:29 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NCYou can travel by bus between Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $43 (€34). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Winston Salem, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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