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High Museum of Art
Atlanta’s leading art museum, known for strong American, decorative arts, photography, and rotating international exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
18 h 5 m
Average duration
18 h 45 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
1159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dallas, TX 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 Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 15 buses that leave Dallas, TX for Atlanta, GA on Mon, Jul 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 1159 km distance in an average of 18 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 5 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 19 h 40 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $340.
Distance: 720 miles (1159 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$102 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price | $746 Average price | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 57m Average total duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 54h 56m Average total duration 54h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA costing on average $111 (€92).
A bus is $644 (€529) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA costing on average $746 (€613).
Other travel options to Atlanta, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 27m.
Train takes on average 54h 26m.
You'll arrive about 1h 5m sooner (10h 27m by bus vs 11h 32m by car) and save roughly $55 (€45) compared to fuel and tolls ($102 (€84) vs $157 (€129)). 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 | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 32h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $124 |
The table below shows live departures for Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA buses for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · | 3:30 PM Dallas Downtown | 24h55 | 5:25 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 3:55 PM Dallas, N Stemmons Fwy - Market Center (Shell gas station), TX | 26h40 | 7:35 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 4:25 PM Dallas Downtown | 26h10 | 7:35 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 4:35 PM Irving, DFW Airport, TX | 29h20 | 10:55 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 5:05 PM Dallas, N Stemmons Fwy - Market Center (Shell gas station), TX | 28h50 | 10:55 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 7:00 PM Dallas Downtown | 26h55 | 10:55 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 18h35 | 2:55 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 13 | |||||
· | 3:15 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 19h00 | 11:15 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:05 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 18h25 | 11:30 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 7:35 AM Dallas Downtown | 30h15 | 2:50 PM Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station, GA | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 18h05 | 2:40 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 9:20 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 21h05 | 7:25 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 9:45 AM Dallas Downtown | 20h40 | 7:25 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 1:15 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 24h35 | 2:50 PM Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station, GA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 2:05 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 19h40 | 10:45 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 10h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 720 miles (1159 km) distance in 18h 5m.
Distance 720 miles (1159 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 18h 5m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Atlanta — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Atlanta trip today.
Atlanta’s leading art museum, known for strong American, decorative arts, photography, and rotating international exhibitions.
Interactive museum on the history and global brand of Coca-Cola, with memorabilia, multimedia exhibits, and beverage tastings.
Powerful museum exploring the American Civil Rights Movement and global human rights through immersive exhibits.
Popular multi-use trail linking neighborhoods, public art, parks, and skyline views; one of the city’s top walking areas.
Atlanta’s signature urban park with skyline views, walking paths, lake, green lawns, and access to the BeltLine.
Central downtown park built for the 1996 Olympics, known for fountains, events, and nearby major attractions.
Crispy, seasoned chicken with a juicy interior, a staple of Atlanta and the broader Southern table. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort foods.
A classic sweet-savory Southern pairing of fried chicken served with waffles, often with syrup or hot sauce. It is strongly associated with Atlanta brunch culture.
Creamy stone-ground grits topped with shrimp, often with gravy, bacon, or spice. This beloved Southern dish is widely found on Atlanta menus.
One of Atlanta’s best-known fine dining restaurants, offering an upscale seasonal menu with polished service and a refined atmosphere.
Legendary soul food spot celebrated for fried chicken, oxtails, and classic sides. It is one of Atlanta’s most respected traditional dining rooms.
Popular barbecue restaurant known for smoked meats, Brunswick stew, and hearty Southern sides. Casual atmosphere with strong local following.
Atlanta is moderate for U.S. city travel. Budget eats are easy to find, but hotels, car costs, and upscale dining can raise daily spending.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis/rideshares 10-15%, hotel staff USD 2-5, and round up for cafes if desired.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta, GA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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