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Cincinnati - Athens Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 9 intercity buses per day from Cincinnati to Athens. Traveling by bus from Cincinnati to Athens usually takes around 5 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance130 mi (209 km)
Shortest duration3h 10m
Cheapest price$20.37
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceBarons Bus Lines
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How much is a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Athens?

$34.15 is the average price of a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Athens. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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Traveling from Cincinnati to Athens by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for that route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $24 whenever you decide to travel.

What bus companies travel from Cincinnati to Athens?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cincinnati to Athens. Barons Bus Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Barons Bus Lines95h 9m$35.81
  • Book Barons Bus Lines from Cincinnati to Athens from $20. There are 9 Barons Bus Lines schedules from Cincinnati to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Athens. In Cincinnati, Barons Bus Lines departs to Athens from University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St and 1 other station. In Athens, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Community Ctr - 701 E State St and 1 other station.

    An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Cincinnati to Athens takes 5 hours and 9 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Athens in 3 hours and 10 minutes .

    On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 10 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Athens.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 209 kilometers from Cincinnati to Athens. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Athens. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Cincinnati to Athens, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Cincinnati to Athens every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

Cincinnati

A city famous for its idyllic beauty and quaint quarters, Cincinnati is the destination for tourists who wish to stay away from a large crowd. On a bright sunny day in Cincinnati, head over to Eden Park. Encompassing over 183 acres of green space and tree groves, the park lives up to its name, and there are some scenic ponds where you can unwind as well as take a few amazing pictures. Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum might sound like a scary place to visit, but its tranquility and amazing landscape design, which was ahead of its time, will make it worth the while to check it out. For those who still crave some liveliness, watching a game at the Great American Ball Park, home of the oldest professional baseball team, the Cincinnati Reds, will be an unforgettable experience.

Cincinnati features a very diverse food scene in spite of its German roots. If you are looking to try out some refreshing Mediterranean dishes, head over to Abigail Street, one of the local favorites. For authentic German dishes, the door at Mecklenburg Gardens welcomes you.

There’s not a central bus station in the city, as each of the different bus carriers serving Cincinnati operates out of a different location. The principal Amtrak train station is the Union Terminal on Western Ave. Cincinnati is served by Amtrak’s Cardinal line. The city’s main airport is the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, which is located in Hebron, Kentucky.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Cincinnati?

Main departure station: University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St

Cincinnati has two bus stations with service to Athens.

All bus stations in Cincinnati:

  • University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St

  • 109 Seventh St W

Where does the bus arrive in Athens?

Main arrival station: Ohio University

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Athens.

Bus stations in Athens:

  • Ohio University

  • Community Ctr - 701 E State St

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