How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Knoxville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Knoxville start from $32. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Atlanta to Knoxville?

The average bus trip duration from Atlanta to Knoxville is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Knoxville route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Atlanta to Knoxville?

The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Knoxville at 6:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Knoxville?

A bus trip from Atlanta to Knoxville generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Atlanta to Knoxville from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Knoxville on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	3h 45m	9:50pm	Knoxville Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:50 AM EST.

Get from Atlanta to Knoxville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 45mAverage Duration

158 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Knoxville?

Stops in Atlanta

A
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
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B
Atlanta Airport
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C
Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station
232 Forsyth St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, USA

Stops in Knoxville

A
100 Kirkwood St
Knoxville Area Transit Bus Stop, 100 Kirkwood St, Knoxville, TN 37914, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Atlanta Knoxville recent customer reviews

Terrible. The trips was delayed several times and then cancelled and I was left stranded

Joseph G.

July 22, 2023

My bus scheduled to leave in Atlanta at ,6:30 AM and it departed at 9:30 that's way too late

Domenic D.

July 10, 2019

Well please with the service provided. Was not please with the fact that the air condition was not working properly

George R.

June 3, 2019

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Atlanta, GA to Knoxville, TN by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Knoxville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Knoxville start from $32. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Atlanta to Knoxville?
The average bus trip duration from Atlanta to Knoxville is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Knoxville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Atlanta to Knoxville?
The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Knoxville at 6:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Knoxville?
A bus trip from Atlanta to Knoxville generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/26

$93

11/27

$54

Today

$73

11/29

$37

11/30

$93

12/01

$54

12/02

$35

12/03

$30

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Knoxville, TN was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Atlanta, GA to Knoxville, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $93 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Knoxville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-03.