The cheapest and fastest buses from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Greenville, NC 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 Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 1 buses that leave Greenville, NC for Winston Salem, NC on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 265 km distance in an average of 12 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 12 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.
11:20 PM12h40Greenville, NC12:00 PMWinston Salem, NC$741One-way0 transfers
11:20 PM12h40Greenville, NC12:00 PMWinston Salem, NC$741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 12h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $70, and a bus costs an average of $74.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$106 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 10m Average total duration Fastest 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 36m Average total duration 27h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC:
A train is $26 (€21) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC costing on average $106 (€87).
Other travel options to Winston Salem, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 27h 6m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Live departures
Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · | 6:20 PM Greenville, S Pitt St (Butterfield Transportation Center), NC | 12h40 | 7:00 AM Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC
Buses from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $74 (€61) but you can travel from only $70 (€58) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 18:20. The fastest bus covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€61) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 6:10 AM |
Last bus 6:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NCYou can travel by bus between Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC with Greyhound for as low as $70 (€58). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenville, NC 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.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC
Most Greenville, NC to Winston Salem, NC buses use the Greenville, S Pitt St (Butterfield Transportation Center) to Winston Salem, W 5th St (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Greenville, NC and Winston Salem, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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