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Bus from Columbia to Athens: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Columbia to Athens. Traveling by bus from Columbia to Athens usually takes around 4 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern Stages bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 133 mi (214 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $55.00 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern Stages |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Columbia to Athens?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbia to Athens. Southeastern Stages 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Stages | 3 | 4h 23m | $55.00 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Columbia to Athens from $55. There are 3 trips per day offered by Southeastern Stages from Columbia to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Athens. In Columbia, Southeastern Stages departs to Athens from Columbia . In Athens, Southeastern Stages arrives at 1590 Lexington Rd .
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Columbia to Athens takes 4 hours and 23 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Athens in 3 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Athens.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Columbia to Athens
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 133 miles from Columbia to Athens. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 10 minutes. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Columbia 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, 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.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Columbia to Athens, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Columbia
As the capital city of South Carolina, Columbia offers plenty of historic attractions and exciting activities that will keep tourists of all ages satisfied. Sitting at the heart of the city is the South Carolina State Museum, which boasts the most impressive collection of permanent and changing exhibits in the state, as well as in the Southeast. One of the top highlights of the museum is its amazing planetarium that has a height of 55 feet. If you are traveling with kids, EdVenture should certainly be on your list. The museum’s prime attraction is a giant 10-year-old with his own fake digestive tracts and vertebrae, allowing kids to explore anatomy with ease. Nature lovers should not miss out on the chance to enjoy an outdoor day at Lake Murray, which features a vast range of activities such as boating, fishing, paddling, etc.
Columbia features an exciting food scene that is brimming with new talents. For an amazing lunch, The Gourmet Shop and their famous chicken salad will be a great choice. If you wish to enjoy a dinner with wine, Lula Drake is the place to be.
Columbia’s principal bus station is located 710-A Buckner Rd on the outskirts of the city. The main Amtrak train station is located on Pulaski St in the heart of downtown near the University of South Carolina campus. Columbia is served by Amtrak’s Silver Service line. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is the main airport and it is located five miles southwest of the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Columbia?
Main departure station: Columbia
Most buses depart from the main station in Columbia.
All bus stations in Columbia:
Columbia
Where does the bus arrive in Athens?
Main arrival station: 1590 Lexington Rd
All buses from Columbia arrive at one main station in Athens.
All bus stations in Athens:
1590 Lexington Rd
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