What is the distance between Atlanta and San Antonio?

The distance between the two cities is 881 miles (1421 km).

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

If you're headed to San Antonio from Atlanta, chances are that your bus will depart from Atlanta Airport and arrive at Tornado I-35. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Antonio?

Once in San Antonio, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, Traders Village, Japanese Tea Garden, Morgan's Wonderland Ultra-Accessible Fun Park and The Alamo.

Bus Atlanta to San Antonio from $97 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Atlanta to San Antonio on November 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico		7:40pm	Atlanta Bus Station	20h 40m	3:20pm	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico		8:05pm	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	20h 15m	3:20pm	San Antonio Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Atlanta to San Antonio on November 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:40pm	Atlanta Bus Station	20h 40m	3:20pm	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Expreso + Tornado Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	18h 4m	12:35pm	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20am	Atlanta Bus Station	23h 40m	11:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	1d	11:50pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	18h 14m	12:45pm	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to San Antonio on November 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:40pm	Atlanta Bus Station	20h 40m	3:20pm	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Expreso + Tornado Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	18h 4m	12:35pm	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20am	Atlanta Bus Station	23h 40m	11:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	1d	11:50pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	18h 14m	12:45pm	Tornado I-35	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to San Antonio on November 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:40pm	Atlanta Bus Station	20h 40m	3:20pm	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Expreso + Tornado Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	18h 4m	12:35pm	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	1d	11:50pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	18h 14m	12:45pm	Tornado I-35	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	1d	5:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to San Antonio on November 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:55am	Atlanta Bus Station	23h 30m	5:25am	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Expreso + Tornado Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	18h 4m	12:35pm	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	1d	11:50pm	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55am	Atlanta Bus Station	1d 15h	8:55pm	Pearl District	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	18h 14m	12:45pm	Tornado I-35	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 20 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

20h 15mAverage Duration

893 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $337	Average Duration20h 15m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$136 - $1,900	Average Duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 129kg CO₂e

Bus Atlanta, GA to San Antonio, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$232

Average bus trip duration20h 15m

Number of daily buses20

Earliest bus departure12:20am

Distance893 miles (1440 km)

Latest bus departure9:00pm

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5153 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.7

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,6 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 $232 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,346 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 Lines, Inc. Atlanta San Antonio recent customer reviews

It was very difficult when it comes to disability help on the buses with sitting

Ada H.

December 2, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,157 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

Atlanta to San Antonio Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Atlanta to San Antonio, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and San Antonio?

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

Stops in San Antonio

A - Tornado I-35

B - San Antonio Bus Station

C - San Antonio, TX

D - 4407 S PanAm Expy #101

Frequently asked questions for your trip Atlanta, GA - San Antonio, US

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/31

$189

11/01

$188

Today

$220

11/03

$193

11/04

$153

11/05

$120

11/06

$116

11/07

$133

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Nov 6, 2025 with a price of $116

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 San Antonio, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $116 to $235 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $116 which is on 2025-11-06.

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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Atlanta to San Antonio.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Atlanta to San Antonio that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Atlanta, GA to San Antonio, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time20h 15m	Avg Price$232	Daily Departures20
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2d 23h	Avg Price$399	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Atlanta, GA by bus?

Bus from San Antonio, US to Atlanta, GA

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