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Journey Information
There are 13 intercity coaches per day from Columbus to Athens. Traveling by coach from Columbus to Athens usually takes around 2 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines coach can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 65 mi (104 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 35m |
| Cheapest price | £8.00 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Price trends for coaches from Columbus to Athens
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Columbus to Athens?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbus to Athens. 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 | 13 | 2h 14m | £12.62 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Athens from £8. There are 13 Barons Bus Lines schedules from Columbus to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Athens. In Columbus, Barons Bus Lines departs to Athens from Columbus and 2 other stations. 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 Columbus to Athens takes 2 hours and 14 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Athens in 1 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 14 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Athens.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 65 miles from Columbus to Athens. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 35 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.
Because many passengers travel from Columbus to Athens at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Columbus to Athens, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Columbus?
Main departure station: Columbus
Coaches to Athens leave from 3 stations in Columbus.
All coach stations in Columbus:
Columbus
Columbus (Airport)
Ohio State University
Where does the coach arrive in Athens?
Main arrival station: Community Ctr - 701 E State St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Athens.
Coach stations in Athens:
Community Ctr - 701 E State St
Ohio University
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