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National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Expansive museum on the civil rights movement with powerful exhibits and historic spaces that explain Atlanta’s national role in social change.
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Covington, KY to Atlanta, GA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Covington, KY to Atlanta, GA will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 1 buses that leave Covington, KY for Atlanta, GA on Wed, Aug 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct buses cover the 593 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest buses will take 11 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Covington, KY to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a bus costs an average of $69.
Distance: 368 miles (593 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$110 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 24m Average total duration Fastest 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -5h -5m sooner (10h 54m by bus vs 6h 49m by car) and save roughly $-18.00 compared to fuel and tolls ($110 vs $92). 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
The table below shows live departures for Covington, KY to Atlanta, GA buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:15 AM Covington, KY | 11h00 | 4:15 PM Atlanta, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
![]() | 1:15 AM Covington, KY | 11h00 | 12:15 PM Atlanta, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Covington, KY to Atlanta, GA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $69 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 01:15. The fastest bus covers the 368 miles (593 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 368 miles (593 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 1:15 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Most Covington, KY to Atlanta, GA buses use the Covington, Transit Center to Atlanta, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Covington, KY and Atlanta, GA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Covington, Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Covington, Transit Center: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Atlanta, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and snack options available
Wi-Fi is available at Atlanta, Bus Station. ATMs are aTM available near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Atlanta, Bus Station.
Available at Atlanta, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Atlanta, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible facilities.
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