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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Chattanooga is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Chattanooga is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Chattanooga?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Chattanooga. However, there are services departing from Best Western - Athens and arriving at Groome Transportation Chattanooga via Atlanta Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Athens to Chattanooga?

The distance between Athens and Chattanooga is 209 miles. The road distance is 159.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Chattanooga without a car is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $100 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Athens to Chattanooga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Chattanooga bus from?

Athens to Chattanooga bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Best Western - Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Chattanooga bus arrive?

Athens to Chattanooga bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Atlanta Airport station.

Can I drive from Athens to Chattanooga?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Chattanooga is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Athens to Chattanooga.

Where can I stay near Chattanooga?

There are 405+ hotels available in Chattanooga.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Athens to Chattanooga by bus, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Best Western - Athens to Atlanta Airportbus Groome Transportation
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Groome Transportation Chattanoogabus Groome Transportation
5h 11m
$106–133
Drive 158.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Athens to Chattanoogacar 158.2 mi
3h 25m
$29–42
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Best Western - Athens to Atlanta Airportbus
2. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)plane ATL - CHA
4h 4m
$140–683

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) flights

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Distance: 207.6 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Athens, GA, USA and Chattanooga, TN, USA?

You can take a bus from Best Western - Athens to Chattanooga via Atlanta Airport and Groome Transportation Chattanooga in around 5h 11m.

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