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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Atlanta Bus Station | Lake City Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Atlanta Bus Station | Lake City Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Doraville Tornado Bus Station | Lake City Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Atlanta Bus Station | Lake City Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Doraville Tornado Bus Station | Lake City Bus Stop | No tags |
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Get from Atlanta to Lake City
The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Lake City?
Stops in Atlanta
- A3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
- 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 Lake City
- A2470 W US HWY 90, Lake City, FL 32025, USA
- B
Lake City Greyhound Bus Station
251 S MARION AVE , 32055, Florida
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Atlanta, GA to Lake City 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 Lake City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Lake City start from $48. The average price for this route is around $143. 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 Lake City?
The average bus trip duration from Atlanta to Lake City is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 267 miles (430 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Lake City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Atlanta to Lake City?
The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Lake City at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Lake City?
A bus trip from Atlanta to Lake City generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Atlanta to Lake City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Lake City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Atlanta to Lake City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Atlanta to Lake City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Lake City was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $44To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Atlanta, GA to Lake City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $44 to $260 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-12-05.
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.
