What is the travel distance from Lafayette to Atlanta?

About 509 miles (821 km) separate Lafayette and Atlanta.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lafayette to Atlanta?

The majority of buses traveling from Lafayette to Atlanta start their journey at TA Travel Center - Lafayette and wind up at Atlanta Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

Once in Atlanta, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Atlanta Braves and SunTrust Park, Atlanta Botanical Garden, The Centennial Olympic Park, Six Flags Over Georgia and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park/The King Center.

Bus Lafayette to Atlanta from $67 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lafayette to Atlanta on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:35am	Lafayette Transit System	12h 20m	10:55pm	Atlanta Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:55pm	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	9h 19m	9:14am	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:00am	Lafayette Transit System	12h 15m	3:15pm	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:50pm	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	17h 35m	7:25am	Atlanta Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:09pm	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	9h 40m	8:49am	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:25 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Atlanta

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

509 milesDistance

75kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$75 - $211	Average Duration15h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$85 - $96	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 75kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,381 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 Lafayette Atlanta recent customer reviews

This is my first experience to ride via the bus/greyhound my trip was delayed 5hrs. Most of the staff is nasty and rude. Vicksburg Ms stop was the worst person working their to answer any questions or help whatsoever. I will never ride the bus again.

Natasha T.

October 12, 2019

Awesome trip

Felix C.

December 28, 2021

Not a good review

Ladarious V.

September 12, 2019

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,2 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $179 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

FlixBus

3.5/511,362 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Atlanta?

Stops in Lafayette

A - TA Travel Center - Lafayette

B - Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station

C - Lafayette Bus Stop

Stops in Atlanta

A - Atlanta Airport

B - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

C - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lafayette, LA to Atlanta, GA by bus

What is the travel distance from Lafayette to Atlanta?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lafayette to Atlanta?
What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$67

11/17

$113

Today

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11/19

$106

11/20

$71

11/21

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11/22

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11/23

$94

The cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $67

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

You can expect to pay from $67 to $170 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.