The cheapest and fastest buses from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 50 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 $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 3 buses that leave Atlanta, GA for Winston Salem, NC on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 459 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 10 h 10 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.
1:05 PM6h40Atlanta, GA7:45 PMWinston Salem, NC$511One-way0 transfers
12:05 PM6h40Atlanta, GA6:45 PMWinston Salem, NC$561One-way0 transfers
1:50 AM10h10Atlanta, GA12:00 PMWinston Salem, NC$1011One-way0 transfers
1:05 PM6h40Atlanta, GA7:45 PMWinston Salem, NC$511One-way0 transfers
12:05 PM6h40Atlanta, GA6:45 PMWinston Salem, NC$561One-way0 transfers
1:50 AM10h10Atlanta, GA12:00 PMWinston Salem, NC$1011One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $83.
Distance: 285 miles (459 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price | $175 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 9m Average total duration Fastest 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 39m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC:
A bus is $48 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC costing on average $115 (€94).
A bus is $108 (€89) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC costing on average $175 (€143).
Other travel options to Winston Salem, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 38m.
Flight takes on average 7h 39m.
You'll arrive about -2h -52m sooner (6h 39m by bus vs 4h 47m by car) and save roughly $-4.46 (€-3.65) compared to fuel and tolls ($67 (€54) vs $62 (€51)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Atlanta, 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, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
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 today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:05 PM Atlanta, GA | 6h40 | 6:45 PM Winston Salem, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 12:40 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 6h20 | 7:00 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 5 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) 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 $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:29 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
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 $38 (€31). 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC
Most Atlanta, GA to Winston Salem, NC buses use the Atlanta, Bus Station to Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Atlanta, GA and Winston Salem, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Atlanta, Bus Station from Atlanta city centre
Getting to Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center) from Atlanta city centre
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