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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Galveston is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Galveston is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 47m and costs $140 - $210.

How far is it from Athens to Galveston?

The distance between Athens and Galveston is 242 miles. The road distance is 236.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Galveston without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 47m and costs $140 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Athens to Galveston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Athens to Galveston?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Galveston is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Athens to Galveston.

Where can I stay near Galveston?

There are 1430+ hotels available in Galveston.

Athens to Galveston - 6 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Athens to Galveston by bus, taxi, car, or plane

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Athens to Houston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1100s
2. Take the taxi from Houston Bus Station to Galvestontaxi
4h 47m
$149–205
Drive 235.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Athens to Galvestoncar 235.5 mi
4h 50m
$43–63
Bus to Dallas, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Athens to Dallas Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane DAL - HOU
3. Take the taxi from El Dorado Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
6h 28m
$187–735
Bus, taxi via League City (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Athens to Houston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1100s
2. Take the taxi from El Dorado Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
6h 1m
$111–160
Bus, taxi via League City #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Athens to Houston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1100s
2. Take the taxi from Bay Area Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
6h 23m
$118–162
Bus to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Athens to Dallas Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane DFW - HOU
3. Take the taxi from El Dorado Park & Ride to Galvestontaxi
7h 18m
$184–732

Dallas (DAL) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) flights

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1h 9mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Athens, TX, USA and Galveston, TX, USA?

There is no direct connection from Athens to Galveston. However, you can take the bus to Houston Bus Station then take the taxi to Galveston. Alternatively, you can drive from Athens to Galveston in around 4h 50m.

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