How far is Atlanta from Lafayette?

The distance separating Atlanta and Lafayette is 509 miles (821 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Atlanta to Lafayette leave from Doraville Tornado Bus Station and arrive at TA Travel Center - Lafayette. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Atlanta to Lafayette from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Lafayette on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 15m	9:10pm	Lafayette Transit System	Cheapest
	Bus	7:00pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	8h	2:00am	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
	Bus	12:20am	Atlanta Bus Station	12h 45m	12:05pm	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	20h 45m	1:25am	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	Doraville Tornado Bus Station	8h 40m	3:10am	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:59 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 14 hours and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

14hAverage Duration

503 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$66 - $179	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$85 - $103	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 75kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,374 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 Lafayette recent customer reviews

Great ride for the price.

Jontavious W.

February 23, 2020

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.

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

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Lafayette?

Stops in Atlanta

A - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

B - Atlanta Airport

C - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Stops in Lafayette

A - TA Travel Center - Lafayette

B - Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station

C - Lafayette Bus Stop

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

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/14

$74

11/15

$100

Today

$65

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11/21

$106

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $65

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 Lafayette, LA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $65 to $190 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2025-11-21.