- Must visit
High Museum of Art
Atlanta’s leading art museum, known for strong American, European, African, and contemporary collections plus major temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
17 h 15 m
Average duration
17 h 35 m
Buses per day
49
Distance
1200 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Atlanta, GA will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 49 buses that leave New York, NY for Atlanta, GA on Sun, May 31, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 1200 km distance in an average of 17 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 15 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 18 h 5 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 flight as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $172.
Distance: 745 miles (1200 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $145 Average price Cheapest | $406 Average price | $201 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 14m Average total duration 12h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 15m Average total duration 18h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 3.6 - 7.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Atlanta, GA:
A flight is $7 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New York, NY to Atlanta, GA costing on average $152 (€122).
A flight is $261 (€210) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Atlanta, GA costing on average $406 (€327).
Other travel options to Atlanta, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 44m.
Train takes on average 18h 45m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (12h 44m by bus vs 13h 22m by car) and save roughly $48 (€39) compared to fuel and tolls ($152 (€122) vs $201 (€161)). 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 FlixBus, 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 01:05AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 24h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 30h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 29h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 30h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 30h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 31h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 22h11 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 26h56 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $109 |
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Atlanta, GA buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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+ FlixBus | 1:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 21h05 | 10:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:30 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 24h25 | 2:55 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 19h40 | 10:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 5:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 23h15 | 5:05 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 7:45 AM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 30h25 | 2:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
+ FlixBus | 8:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 21h00 | 5:05 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 8:15 AM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 29h55 | 2:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 19h20 | 5:05 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 19h05 | 5:05 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 18h50 | 5:05 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 18h50 | 5:05 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 18h35 | 5:05 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 22h30 | 9:30 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 22h15 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 21h30 | 9:35 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 19h45 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 20h00 | 9:30 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 19h55 | 9:30 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 19h40 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus | 2:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 19h15 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 2:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 19h30 | 9:30 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 18h05 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 18h20 | 9:30 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 22h50 | 2:20 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 19h55 | 11:25 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 17h30 | 9:30 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 17h15 | 9:15 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 31h20 | 11:50 PM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 18h55 | 11:25 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 31h20 | 11:50 PM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 18h25 | 11:25 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 17h40 | 11:25 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 17h25 | 11:25 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
· + FlixBus | 6:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 20h10 | 2:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 6:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 19h40 | 2:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus | 6:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 19h20 | 2:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 18h25 | 2:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 7:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 20h15 | 4:05 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
· + FlixBus | 8:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 26h10 | 10:10 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 18h50 | 4:05 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 18h05 | 4:05 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from New York, NY to Atlanta, GA run on average 39 times per day, taking around 12h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $77 (€62) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by flight.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 745 miles (1200 km) distance in 17h 25m.
Distance 745 miles (1200 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€62) |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 17h 25m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 21 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, European, African, and contemporary collections plus major temporary exhibitions.
Interactive museum on the history, branding, and global reach of Coca-Cola, with memorabilia and tasting experiences.
Powerful museum connecting the American Civil Rights Movement with modern human rights struggles through immersive exhibits.
One of Atlanta’s most popular walking and biking corridors, lined with murals, parks, and lively city views.
Atlanta’s signature urban park, ideal for skyline views, festivals, walking trails, and green open space.
Major downtown park built for the 1996 Olympics and a central base for many top attractions.
Crispy, seasoned chicken with deep Southern roots. Atlanta is known for classic versions served with biscuits, hot sauce, and traditional sides.
A sweet-savory Southern staple pairing crisp fried chicken with waffles and syrup. It is especially associated with Atlanta soul food dining.
Creamy ground-corn grits topped with shrimp, often with gravy, bacon, or peppers. A beloved regional dish found across Atlanta menus.
One of Atlanta's best-known fine dining restaurants, offering seasonal American tasting menus with polished service and an upscale atmosphere.
Well-known barbecue restaurant celebrated for smoked meats, brisket, ribs, and Southern sides. Lively and popular with locals and visitors.
Long-running Southern restaurant known for fried chicken, pot likker, cornbread, and classic meat-and-three plates in a traditional setting.
Moderate by major U.S. city standards. Hotels can be pricey downtown, but casual dining and local transit are fairly manageable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 1-5. Not usually needed at fast-food spots.
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