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Madison to Athens Bus Schedule
Bus from Madison to Athens: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Madison to Athens. Traveling by bus from Madison to Athens usually takes around 4 hours and 55 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 25 mi (41 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $66.00 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Madison to Athens?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Madison 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Stages | 1 | 4h 55m | $66.00 |
Founded in 1933, Southeastern Stages has a long legacy of providing safe, reliable bus transportation across the Southeastern U.S. This premier bus service provides routes across Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Southeastern Stages also has one of the largest fleets of ADA compliant coaches and was one of the first to adopt safety features such as advanced collision avoidance technology. Onboard these modern coaches, passengers can enjoy free Wi-Fi, reclining seats, overhead reading lights, and restrooms.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Madison to Athens
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 25 miles from Madison to Athens. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Madison to Athens. It leaves the station in Madison 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Madison?
Main departure station: 1990 Eatonton Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Madison.
All bus stations in Madison:
1990 Eatonton Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Athens?
Main arrival station: 4020 Atlanta Hwy
All buses from Madison arrive at one main station in Athens.
All bus stations in Athens:
4020 Atlanta Hwy
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