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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Oberlin is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Oberlin is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Oberlin?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Oberlin. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Lorain County Transportation & CS via Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Athens to Oberlin?

The distance between Athens and Oberlin is 197 miles. The road distance is 159.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Oberlin without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 5h 15m and costs $110 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Athens to Oberlin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Oberlin bus from?

Athens to Oberlin bus services, operated by GoBus, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Oberlin bus arrive?

Athens to Oberlin bus services, operated by GoBus, arrive at Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron station.

Can I drive from Athens to Oberlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Oberlin is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Athens to Oberlin.

Where can I stay near Oberlin?

There are 58+ hotels available in Oberlin.

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There are 4 ways to get from Athens to Oberlin by bus, taxi, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Athens, Ohio OU Baker Center to Columbus, Ohio Greyhound Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Columbus to West Salem Bus Stationbus
3. Take the taxi from West Salem Bus Station to Oberlintaxi
5h 15m
$111–180
Drive 158.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Athens to Oberlincar 158.2 mi
3h 47m
$29–42
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Athens, Ohio OU Baker Center to John Glenn Columbus Intnl Airport (CMH)bus
2. Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane CMH - CLE
6h 12m
$174–670
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akronbus Route C NB
2. Take the bus from Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron to Lorain County Transportation & CSbus Greyhound US0164
6h 35m
$49–117

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) flights

105Weekly Planes

4h 27mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.1 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Athens, OH, USA and Oberlin, OH, USA?

You can take a bus from Athens to Oberlin via Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron and Lorain County Transportation & CS in around 6h 35m.

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How to get fromAthens to Oberlinby bus, taxi, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 4 ways to get from Athens to Oberlin by bus, taxi, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

Bus, taxi

Drive 158.2 mi

Bus, fly

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