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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
€93
Average price
€94
Fastest journey
18 h 20 m
Average duration
20 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
684 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Petersburg, FL 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 St. Petersburg, FL to Atlanta, GA will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €93.
Of the 2 buses that leave St. Petersburg, FL for Atlanta, GA on Sat, Aug 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 684 km distance in an average of 20 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 20 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 21 h 45 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Petersburg, FL to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 425 miles (684 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €235 Average price | €210 Average price | €80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 32m Average total duration 35h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from St. Petersburg, FL to Atlanta, GA:
A bus is €157 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Petersburg, FL to Atlanta, GA costing on average €210.
A bus is €182 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Petersburg, FL to Atlanta, GA costing on average €235.
Other travel options to Atlanta, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 48m.
Train takes on average 35h 2m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €95 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €93 |
Operator Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority | Departure Time 04:47AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 13h18 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €92 |
Operator Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €92 |
Operator Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority | Departure Time 02:39PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 13h31 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority | Departure Time 03:27PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 12h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €130 |
Operator Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority | Departure Time 08:09PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 19h16 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €57 |
The table below shows live departures for St. Petersburg, FL to Atlanta, GA buses for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 AM St. Petersburg, FL | 13h00 | 11:45 PM Atlanta, GA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:39 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 13h31 | 4:10 AM Atlanta, GA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:09 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 19h16 | 3:25 PM Atlanta, GA | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
![]() | 1:05 AM St. Petersburg, FL | 18h20 | 7:25 PM Atlanta, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 AM St. Petersburg, FL | 21h45 | 11:30 PM Atlanta, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from St. Petersburg, FL to Atlanta, GA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €44 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:29. The fastest bus covers the 425 miles (684 km) distance in 13h 10m.
Distance 425 miles (684 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 13h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:29 PM |
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Most St. Petersburg, FL to Atlanta, GA buses use the Saint Petersburg, Central Avenue N / Dr Martin Luther King St Jr to Atlanta, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center). Use this guide to compare St. Petersburg, FL and Atlanta, GA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Saint Petersburg, Central Avenue N / Dr Martin Luther King St Jr is 3 km from St. Petersburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint Petersburg, Central Avenue N / Dr Martin Luther King St Jr has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Saint Petersburg, Central Avenue N / Dr Martin Luther King St Jr. ATMs are available at Saint Petersburg, Central Avenue N / Dr Martin Luther King St Jr.
Ticket office support is available at Saint Petersburg, Central Avenue N / Dr Martin Luther King St Jr.
Available at Saint Petersburg, Central Avenue N / Dr Martin Luther King St Jr: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint Petersburg, Central Avenue N / Dr Martin Luther King St Jr: Public transport and taxi access.
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.
Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center) is 1 km from Atlanta city centre. Public transport options include:
Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available in nearby cafes. ATMs are available at Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center).
Ticket office support is available at Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center).
Available at Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center): Wheelchair ramp available.
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