What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Charleston?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Charleston is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 8h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Charleston?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Charleston is to bus and fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Charleston. However, there are services departing from Athens Transit Center and arriving at Charleston, WV via Charlotte Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from Athens to Charleston?

The distance between Athens and Charleston is 449 miles. The road distance is 432.1 miles.

How do I travel from Athens to Charleston without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 12h and costs $80 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Charleston?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Athens to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Charleston bus from?

Athens to Charleston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Athens Transit Center station.

Where does the Athens to Charleston bus arrive?

Athens to Charleston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Charlotte Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Charleston is 432 miles. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Athens to Charleston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Athens to Charleston?

Book your Athens to Charleston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 39+ hotels available in Charleston.

Athens to Charleston - 3 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Athens to Charleston by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Best Western - Athens to Atlanta Airportbus
2. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Yeager Airport (CRW)plane ATL - CRW
4h 33m
$130–541
Drive 429.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Athens to Charlestoncar 429.6 mi
8h 28m
$79–114
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens Transit Center to Charlotte Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0646S
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Charleston, WVbus Charlotte
12h
$80–161

Athens to Charleston by bus

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Distance: 446.7 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Athens, GA, USA and Charleston, WV, USA?

You can take a bus from Athens Transit Center to Charleston, WV via Charlotte Bus Station in around 12h.

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