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Bus from Charlotte to Athens: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Charlotte to Athens. Traveling by bus from Charlotte to Athens usually takes around 7 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern Stages bus can make the trip in 7 hours,

Distance168 mi (270 km)
Shortest duration7h 0m
Cheapest price$74.00
Most frequent serviceSoutheastern Stages
Bus lines1

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What bus companies travel from Charlotte to Athens?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Charlotte to Athens. Southeastern Stages is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Southeastern Stages27h 43m$74.00
  • Book Southeastern Stages from Charlotte to Athens from $74. There are 2 trips per day offered by Southeastern Stages from Charlotte to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Athens. In Charlotte, Southeastern Stages departs to Athens from Charlotte . In Athens, Southeastern Stages arrives at 1590 Lexington Rd .

    An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Charlotte to Athens takes 7 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Athens in 7 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Athens.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Charlotte to Athens

The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 168 miles from Charlotte to Athens. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours. 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.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Charlotte to Athens, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Charlotte to Athens. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.

City Information

Charlotte

A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the museum also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city center, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.

Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.

Charlotte’s busiest bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travelers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city center.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Charlotte?

Main departure station: Charlotte

Most buses depart from the main station in Charlotte.

All bus stations in Charlotte:

  • Charlotte

Where does the bus arrive in Athens?

Main arrival station: 1590 Lexington Rd

All buses from Charlotte arrive at one main station in Athens.

All bus stations in Athens:

  • 1590 Lexington Rd

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