4.0
Pros: No fuss. Got me there on time. Very cheap. Cons: The bus was slightly late and there wasn't an announcement to this effect. I was a bit confused for a couple of minutes but the staff were helpful when I asked them to explain it to me.
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There is one daily bus from Atlanta to Athens. Traveling by bus from Atlanta to Athens usually takes around one hour and 45 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 61 mi (98 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 45m |
Cheapest price | $25.00 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Atlanta to Athens
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: No fuss. Got me there on time. Very cheap. Cons: The bus was slightly late and there wasn't an announcement to this effect. I was a bit confused for a couple of minutes but the staff were helpful when I asked them to explain it to me.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Atlanta to Athens. Southeastern Stages is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Southeastern Stages | 1 | 1h 45m | $25.00 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Atlanta to Athens from $25. Typically there is one Southeastern Stages schedule per day from Atlanta to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Athens. In Atlanta, Southeastern Stages departs to Athens from Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St . In Athens, Southeastern Stages arrives at 1590 Lexington Rd .
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Atlanta to Athens takes 1 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Athens.
The bus takes an average of one hour and 45 minutes to cover the 61 miles from Atlanta to Athens. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Atlanta to Athens for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Atlanta to Athens. It leaves the station in Atlanta at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.
The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.
Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.
Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.
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Link to image attributionBuilt in 1996, the Atlanta Bus Station at 232 Forsyth Street SW is located close to downtown and is one of the most popular bus stations in the city. Served by Greyhound, Southeastern Stages and Jefferson Lines, this busy intercity bus terminal provides hundreds of connections to major cities. The Atlanta Bus Station offers convenient connections within Atlanta via the adjacent MARTA train station and multiple public bus stops within one block of the station. There are also several hotels and motels in the vicinity, for when you’re ready to relax after a successful day of traveling.
Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St
All buses from Atlanta arrive at one main station in Athens.
1590 Lexington Rd
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