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Journey Information
There are 10 intercity coaches per day from Athens to Columbus. Traveling by coach from Athens to Columbus usually takes around 2 hours and 51 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines coach can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 65 mi (104 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 40m |
| Cheapest price | £8.00 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
| Coach lines | 1 |
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Overall score for coaches from Athens to Columbus
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.5
Price trends for coaches from Athens to Columbus
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Athens to Columbus?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Athens to Columbus. Barons Bus Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 10 | 2h 52m | £11.06 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Athens to Columbus from £8. There are 10 Barons Bus Lines schedules from Athens to Columbus and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Columbus. In Athens, Barons Bus Lines departs to Columbus from Ohio University and 1 other station. In Columbus, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Columbus (Airport) and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Athens to Columbus takes 2 hours and 52 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Columbus in 1 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 13 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Columbus.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 65 miles from Athens to Columbus. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Columbus at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Athens to Columbus, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 10 scheduled coaches that travel from Athens to Columbus every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 7 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
City Information
Columbus
Brimming with life and cultural events, Columbus is the affordable destination of your dreams! Featuring a budding art scene, Columbus attracts art lovers through the exhibitions at the Columbus Museum of Arts where children and adults alike can indulge in thought-provoking artworks. Fans of sports should not miss out on a baseball game at Huntington Park, which offers reasonably-priced tickets; it is also rarely crowded. For those who simply want to stroll about, the German Village offers a quaint and scenic view rarely seen elsewhere.
As the sun goes down, dig deeper into the German heritage of Columbus by enjoying a traditional schnitzel dish at the Schmidt's Restaurant and Sausage Haus. When you are looking for a quick snack, Bodega serves some of the best sandwiches in town, and there are up to 47 varieties of craft beers for you to choose from.
Columbus’ busiest bus station is located on E Town St., and it offers intercity bus trips to Cleveland, Chicago, New York and many other cities. The Columbus Union Station was the first union station ever built, and it’s served by Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited and Capitol Limited train lines. The local airport, the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, is located on the east side of the city, 6 miles east of Downtown. It provides access to 31 other airports.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Athens?
Main departure station: Ohio University
Athens has two coach stations with service to Columbus.
All coach stations in Athens:
Ohio University
Community Ctr - 701 E State St
Where does the coach arrive in Columbus?
Main arrival station: Columbus (Airport)
Coaches arrive in Columbus at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Columbus:
Columbus (Airport)
Columbus
Ohio State University
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