Cheap bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH
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Bus from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH: Journey Information
There are 14 intercity buses per day from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH. Traveling by bus from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH usually takes around 2 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.
- Distance
- 65 mi (104 km)
- Shortest duration
- 1h 35m
- Cheapest price
- $10.00
- Trips per day
- 10
- Most frequent service
- Barons Bus Lines
- Bus lines
- 1
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Columbus, OH to Athens, OH Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH:
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What bus companies travel from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH. Barons Bus Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 14 | 2h 18m | $10.00 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH from $10. There are 14 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH and you can expect on average to pay $10 for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Athens, OH. In Columbus, OH, Barons Bus Lines departs to Athens, OH from Columbus (Airport) and 2 other stations. In Athens, OH, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Ohio University and one other station.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH takes 2 hours and 18 minutes, while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Athens, OH in 1 hours and 35 minutes.
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 14 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $10 for a weekend trip to Athens, OH.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH
There are 14 scheduled buses that travel from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 10 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
14
Direct trips
10
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 65 miles from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH. However, the fastest bus 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
65
Distance (km)
104
The first bus leaves at 6:10am and the last bus leaves at 3:10pm. To see the times for all buses from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
6:10am
Latest bus
3:10pm
Because many passengers travel from Columbus, OH to Athens, OH at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Friday
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 bus leave from in Columbus, OH?
Main departure station: Columbus (Airport)
Buses to Athens, OH leave from 3 stations in Columbus, OH.
All bus stations in Columbus, OH:
- Columbus (Airport)
- 845 N Wilson Rd
- Columbus (E Mound St)
Where does the bus arrive in Athens, OH?
Main arrival station: Ohio University
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Athens, OH.
All bus stations in Athens, OH:
- Ohio University
- Community Ctr - 701 E State St
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