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Columbus to Athens Bus Schedule
Bus from Columbus to Athens: Journey Information
There are 14 intercity buses per day from Columbus to Athens. Traveling by bus from Columbus to Athens usually takes around 2 hours and 19 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 | CZK 207.87 |
| Trips per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Price trends for buses from Columbus to Athens
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Columbus to Athens?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbus to Athens. 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 19m | CZK 207.87 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Athens from CZK 208. There are 14 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Athens. In Columbus, Barons Bus Lines departs to Athens from Columbus (Airport) and 2 other stations. In Athens, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Ohio University and one other station.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Athens takes 2 hours and 19 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Athens in 1 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 14 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Athens.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Columbus to Athens
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 65 miles from Columbus to Athens. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Columbus 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Columbus to Athens, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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?
Main departure station: Columbus (Airport)
Buses to Athens leave from 3 stations in Columbus.
All bus stations in Columbus:
Columbus (Airport)
Columbus (E Mound St)
845 N Wilson Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Athens?
Main arrival station: Ohio University
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Athens.
All bus stations in Athens:
Ohio University
Community Ctr - 701 E State St
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