- Must visit
High Museum of Art
Atlanta’s leading art museum, known for strong American, European, African, and contemporary collections plus major traveling exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southern Pines, NC to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, and a flight costs an average of $182.
Distance: 301 miles (485 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price Cheapest | $160 Average price | $200 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 26m Average total duration 23h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Southern Pines, NC to Atlanta, GA:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southern Pines, NC to Atlanta, GA costing on average $160 (€130).
A bus is $89 (€72) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southern Pines, NC to Atlanta, GA costing on average $200 (€162).
Other travel options to Atlanta, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
Train takes on average 23h 56m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $100 |
The table below shows live departures for Southern Pines, NC to Atlanta, GA buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 7:25 PM Southern Pines, NC | 7h45 | 3:10 AM Atlanta, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Southern Pines, NC to Atlanta, GA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 301 miles (485 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 301 miles (485 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Powerful museum exploring the U.S. Civil Rights Movement and global human rights through immersive, emotionally resonant exhibits.
Popular multi-use trail linking neighborhoods, public art, skyline views, and lively local activity; one of the city’s top walking areas.
Atlanta’s signature urban park with skyline views, walking paths, open lawns, and direct access to Midtown attractions.
Central downtown park built for the 1996 Olympics, surrounded by several of Atlanta’s best-known attractions.
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Moderate by major U.S. city standards. Hotels can be pricey downtown, but food, transit, and casual dining are often manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis and rideshares: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Not expected at most counter-service spots.
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