Cheap bus tickets from Athens to Lancaster
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Bus from Athens to Lancaster: Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Athens to Lancaster. Traveling by bus from Athens to Lancaster usually takes around one hour and 24 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in just one hour,
| Distance | 38 mi (60 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h |
| Cheapest price | $10.00 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Athens to Lancaster Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Athens to Lancaster:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Athens to Lancaster?
Bus tickets for a trip from Athens to Lancaster cost $10.00 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Athens to Lancaster by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Athens to Lancaster in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $10 to $10. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on August 14, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lancaster this week, bus tickets are available starting at $10.
Average bus ticket prices from Athens to Lancaster by month
Traveling from Athens to Lancaster by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $10 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap bus tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.
What bus companies travel from Athens to Lancaster?
There are multiple buses that travel from Athens to Lancaster, including Barons Bus Lines. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 7 | 1h 24m | $10.00 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Athens to Lancaster from $10. There are 7 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Athens to Lancaster and you can expect on average to pay $10 for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Lancaster. In Athens, Barons Bus Lines departs to Lancaster from Community Ctr - 701 E State St and one other station. In Lancaster, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Lancaster.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Athens to Lancaster takes 1 hours and 24 minutes, while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Lancaster in 1 hours and 0 minutes.
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $10 for a weekend trip to Lancaster.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Athens to Lancaster
Bus tickets for a trip from Athens to Lancaster cost $10.00 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Athens to Lancaster every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
TRIPS PER DAY
7
DIRECT TRIPS
5
The bus takes an average of one hour and 24 minutes to cover the 38 miles from Athens to Lancaster. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour. 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.
DISTANCE (MI)
38
DISTANCE (KM)
60
The first bus leaves at 5:45am and the last bus leaves at 5:50pm. To see the times for all buses from Athens to Lancaster, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
5:45am
LATEST BUS
5:50pm
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Athens?
Main departure station: Community Ctr - 701 E State St
Athens has two bus stations with service to Lancaster.
All bus stations in Athens:
- Community Ctr - 701 E State St
- Ohio University
Where does the bus arrive in Lancaster?
Main arrival station: Lancaster
All buses from Athens arrive at one main station in Lancaster.
All bus stations in Lancaster:
- Lancaster
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